These soups and stews only taste like they've been simmering all day.
49 Soups and Stews You Can Make in an Hour (or Less!)
Updated Jan. 29, 2024
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Turkey Biscuit Stew
This chunky stew makes a hearty supper, especially in the fall and winter. It’s also a great way to use extra turkey during the holidays. —Lori Schlecht, Wimbledon, North DakotaTotal Time: 35 minutes
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Hearty Quinoa & Corn Chowder
My grandmother lived in the Appalachian Mountains and always served straight-from-the-garden corn and beans. I updated her dish with quinoa and herbs. — Kari Napier, Louisville, KentuckyTotal Time: 40 minutes
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Creamy Cauliflower Pakora Soup
My husband and I often crave pakoras, deep-fried fritters from India. I wanted to get the same flavors but use a healthier cooking technique, so I made soup using all the classic spices and our favorite veggie, cauliflower! —Melody Johnson, DePere, WisconsinTotal Time: 40 minutes
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Clam Chowder
Enjoy a big bowl of award-winning clam chowder, a traditional favorite from the New England coast. It's creamy and chock-full of clams, potatoes, bacon and more.Total Time: 55 minutes
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Chicken Noodle Soup
You don’t need a whole chicken to make homemade chicken noodle soup. Here's how to make it with bone-in chicken, chewy egg noodles and an aromatics-infused broth.Total Time: 60 minutes
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Ground Beef Veggie Stew
This is a wonderful, hearty stew to help use up all the late-summer veggies in your garden. I like that it's filling enough to make a meal, and it's good for you too! —Courtney Stultz, Weir, KansasTotal Time: 30 minutes
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Creamy Sweet Potato and Veggie Soup
I tasted a delicious soup in a restaurant but couldn't persuade the chef to share the recipe, so I began to experiment on my own. Finally, I came up with this blend, which is very close to what I tasted—maybe even better! —Audrey Nemeth, Mount Vernon, MaineTotal Time: 30 minutes
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Ham, Potato and Pepper Chowder
I have been serving this chowder for years now. When I’m feeding family members who don’t eat dairy products, I substitute oil for the butter and use coconut milk or soy creamer instead of heavy cream. It still turns out wonderful! —Eileen Stefanski, Wales, WisconsinTotal Time: 50 minutes
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Sausage & Greens Soup
I always have an abundance of fresh vegetables on hand, so I wanted to create a delicious soup to enjoy during the colder months. I think I found a winner! —Angie Pitts, Charleston, South Carolina.Total Time: 40 minutes
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Shrimp Pad Thai Soup
Pad thai is one of my favorite dishes, but it is often loaded with extra calories. This soup is a healthier option that has all the flavor of traditional versions. —Julie Merriman, Seattle, Washington.Total Time: 45 minutes
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Cheeseburger Soup
Find out why this easy cheeseburger soup recipe is one of the top-rated recipes on our site!Total Time: 55 minutes
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White Chicken Chili
Our white chicken chili recipe is a flavorful twist on traditional red-tinged chili. It's an easy one-pot meal that delivers tender chicken and creamy white beans in a rich, savory broth.Total Time: 40 minutes
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Cream of Mushroom Soup
This homemade version will change every opinion you ever had about cream of mushroom soup.Total Time: 30 minutes
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Hearty Butternut Squash Soup
The comforting combination of squash, meat, beans and veggies makes this my go-to soup in fall. It's full of freshness. —Jaye Beeler, Grand Rapids, MichiganTotal Time: 60 minutes
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Sausage Bean Soup
You’re moments away from a flavor-packed soup that keeps you warm on even the chilliest nights. It's just the kind of recipe we Minnesotans love. —Marlene Muckenhirn, Delano, MinnesotaTotal Time: 25 minutes
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Chicken Stew
This chicken stew is a comforting one-pan meal featuring tender chicken, hearty vegetables, a rich, savory broth—and a surprise ingredient.Total Time: 40 minutes
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Garlic Tortellini Soup
I like to top bowls of this tasty soup with a little grated Parmesan cheese, and serve it with crusty bread to round out the meal. —Donna Morgan, Hend, TennesseeTotal Time: 25 minutes
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Lemony Turkey Rice Soup
This turkey rice soup manages to be equal parts exciting and comforting thanks to the savory, tangy broth infused with fresh lemon juice.Total Time: 30 minutes
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Seafood Bisque
We live on the Gulf Coast, where fresh seafood is plentiful. I adapted several recipes to come up with this rich bisque. It's great as a first course or an entree, and it can be made with just shrimp or crabmeat. —Pat Edwards, Dauphin Island, AlabamaTotal Time: 30 minutes
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Hearty Vegetarian Chili
Rich and flavorful, this chili is absolutely packed with fun veggies like mushrooms, beans and sun-dried tomatoes. It's so filling, you'll win over any meat lover. —Pam Ivbuls, Omaha, NebraskaTotal Time: 30 minutes
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White Bean & Chicken Enchilada Soup
I made this soup to please my daughters’ craving for creaminess, my husband’s for spice and mine for white beans. Garnish with jalapenos, sour cream and green onions. —Darcy Gonzalez, Palmdale, CaliforniaTotal Time: 35 minutes
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Cazuela
I learned to make this dish while we were living in Chile for a few months. We grow extra butternut squash in our garden just for this recipe. —Louise Schmid, Marshall, MinnesotaTotal Time: 35 minutes
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Chicken & Broccoli Rabe Soup with Tortellini
With chicken, pasta and a bold tomato broth, this hearty and inviting soup is like a big comforting hug in a bowl! —Cynthia Gerken, Naples, FloridaTotal Time: 60 minutes
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Southwest-Style Wedding Soup
I turned leftover ground chicken into meatballs and dreamed up this cozy southwestern soup. Now my Italian family asks for it over traditional wedding soup. —Teena Petrus, Johnstown, PennsylvaniaTotal Time: 30 minutes
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Bratwurst Soup
I came up with this recipe one day when I had some leftover bratwurst. It has been a favorite of my husband's ever since and is requested whenever the guys are hanging out. —Anna Miller, Churdan, IowaTotal Time: 35 minutes
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Shrimp & Cod Stew in Tomato-Saffron Broth
I love coming inside on a cold day and smelling this comforting seafood stew simmering in the kitchen. —Lydia Becker, Kansas City, MissouriTotal Time: 45 minutes
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Potato Clam Chowder
I ran across this recipe in one of my antique cookbooks. It's a timeless classic I like to prepare for friends and family throughout the year, but especially during the holidays. —Betty Ann Morgan, Upper Marlboro, MarylandTotal Time: 45 minutes
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Turkey Sausage, Butternut Squash & Kale Soup
Kale and butternut squash are two of my favorite fall veggies. This low-fat soup combines them. If you love sweet potatoes, sub them for the squash. —Laura Koch, Lincoln, NebraskaTotal Time: 50 minutes
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Hearty Vegetable Lentil Soup
My mother has diabetes, so I often prepare this dish for her. I wanted a hearty soup that hits the spot on cold autumn nights, so I paired the lentils with turkey bacon and a handful of spices. —Nicole Hopping, Pinole, California.Total Time: 60 minutes
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Barbara's Italian Wedding Soup
In a little Italian restaurant in Santa Cruz, my husband and I had an amazing soup with orzo. I tweaked it at home to make it healthier but kept the warm, comforting flavor. —Barbara Spitzer, Lodi, CaliforniaTotal Time: 30 minutes
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Butternut Squash Chili
Our contest-winning butternut squash chili adds nutrient-rich squash to a classic beef-and-bean chili for an impressive flavor combination that will warm up even the coldest days. Who knew chili could be even more delicious and nutritious?Total Time: 50 minutes
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One-Pot Beef & Pepper Stew
I love most things made with green peppers, tomatoes or green chiles. I wanted to prepare a quick and satisfying dish one evening and came up with this recipe with things I had on hand. —Sandra Clark, Sierra Vista, BCTotal Time: 40 minutes
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Turkey Dumpling Soup
Simmering up a big pot of this soup is one of my favorite holiday traditions. This is a variation on a recipe my mom made while I was growing up. My husband and children can't get enough of the tender dumplings. —Debbie Wolf, Mission Viejo, CaliforniaTotal Time: 40 minutes
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Cream of Lentil Soup
Lentil lovers will want a second bowl of this nourishing soup with a subtle touch of curry. It looks particularly appealing thanks to the color added by the fresh spinach. —Kim Russell, North Wales, PennsylvaniaTotal Time: 55 minutes
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Cheesy Chili
My six grandchildren enjoy feasting on big bowls of this zesty chili. It's so creamy and tasty, you can even serve it as a dip at parties. —Codie Ray, Tallulah, LouisianaTotal Time: 25 minutes
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Sausage and Kale Soup
Italian sausage and kale soup is hearty and filling with nutrient-dense ingredients like kale, white beans and a tomatoey broth.Total Time: 35 minutes
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Pumpkin Bisque
When the weather turns cold, this rich, silky-smooth pumpkin bisque will warm you from the inside out. It's quick and easy to make, and filled with flavor.Total Time: 60 minutes
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Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup
I tasted a similar soup at Olive Garden and wanted to see if I could re-create it myself at home. Here's the delicious result! It's wonderful on a chilly evening. —Jaclynn Robinson, Shingletown, CaliforniaTotal Time: 40 minutes
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Carrot Soup with Orange & Tarragon
A pretty orange color, a delicious hint of citrus and a garden-fresh flavor make this soup a requested dish at my many celebrations. Try sprinkling individual bowls with fresh tarragon before serving. —Phyllis Schmalz, Kansas City, KansasTotal Time: 40 minutes
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Easy Chicken and Dumplings
If there's anything better than chicken and dumplings, it's quick and easy chicken and dumplings. This recipe fits the bill, coming together in just 30 minutes.Total Time: 30 minutes
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Chipotle Butternut Squash Soup
My hearty soup uses herbs and vegetables from the garden along with convenient pantry items, so it’s easy, fast and mostly fresh. Your family will devour it. —Roxanne Chan, Albany, CaliforniaTotal Time: 55 minutes
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Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup
A batch of this creamy chicken noodle soup is our answer to soup season or flu season. The soup's satiating nature and wholesome taste will deliver warmth and coziness when you need it most.Total Time: 25 minutes
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Potato Soup
This easy homemade potato soup recipe is a staple side for steak dinners at home or an amazing comfort meal on a chilly day.Total Time: 30 minutes
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Stuffed Pepper Soup
Stuffed pepper soup is quicker and easier to make than regular stuffed peppers—yet it is just as delicious! If you love the classic comfort food, you'll love this variation.Total Time: 60 minutes
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Mexican Chicken Corn Chowder
I like to make this smooth, creamy soup when company comes to visit. Its zippy flavor is full of southwestern flair. My family enjoys dipping slices of homemade bread in this chowder to soak up every bite! —Susan Garoutte, Georgetown, TexasTotal Time: 30 minutes
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Chicken Potpie Soup
Rich and creamy chicken potpie soup is a fun variation of the old-fashioned favorite, plus it cooks up in about half the time as the baked version.Total Time: 40 minutes
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Ham Chowder
This ham chowder recipe is chock-full of ham, bacon, potatoes and cheese—all ingredients we love on their own, but even more so together. A warm bowl will warm you up from the inside, out!Total Time: 60 minutes
Originally Published: August 08, 2018
