17 Soul-Warming Soups Your Slow Cooker Makes Better Than Mom

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Cozy up with a bowl of pure comfort because we’ve got 17 soul-warming soup recipes that’ll make you rethink everything you thought you knew about slow cooker meals. While Mom’s soup may hold a special place in your heart, these recipes are about to give her a run for her money.

A bowl of broccoli cheddar soup with broccoli and carrots.
Panera Broccoli Cheddar Soup. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Olive Garden Gnocchi Soup

Bowl of copycat Olive Garden chicken gnocchi soup in a bowl with breadsticks in the background.
Olive Garden Gnocchi Soup. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This slow cooker version of the Olive Garden favorite takes just minutes to prep. The chicken, gnocchi, and vegetables come together in a rich broth that cooks while you’re away.
Get the Recipe: Olive Garden Gnocchi Soup

Crock Pot Ramen

Top view of slow cooker chicken ramen in the Crock Pot.
Crock Pot Ramen. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This slow cooker take on ramen needs minimal prep time. Add your ingredients to the pot and come back to hot noodles in a rich broth – perfect for busy days.
Get the Recipe: Crock Pot Ramen

Crock Pot Ham and Potato Soup

Ham and Potato soup in a gray and white bowl with a spoon.
Crock Pot Ham and Potato Soup. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

A no-fuss slow cooker soup that makes dinner simple. The potatoes and ham cook low and slow, creating a thick, rich soup that gets even better with cheese stirred in.
Get the Recipe: Crock Pot Ham and Potato Soup

Beef Soup with Squash

A bowl of beef stew with carrots, potatoes, and parsley, set on a wooden board with a spoon beside it.
Beef Soup with Squash. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

The slow cooker does all the work in this hearty beef and butternut squash soup. The meat becomes tender while the squash breaks down to make the broth rich – perfect for cold weather.
Get the Recipe: Beef Soup with Squash

Mexican Street Corn Soup

Street corn soup with potatoes, corn and red pepper in the crock pot with a spoon on the side.
Mexican Street Corn Soup. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This slow cooker soup brings Mexican street corn flavors into a hearty bowl. The corn and seasonings meld together during the long cooking time for deep flavor in every spoonful.
Get the Recipe: Mexican Street Corn Soup

Slow Cooker Chicken and Rice Soup

A creamy chicken and rice stew with carrots and herbs is served in a slow cooker with a wooden-handled ladle.
Slow Cooker Chicken and Rice Soup. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This soup lets your slow cooker do the heavy lifting. The chicken gets tender while the rice and vegetables cook in seasoned broth – ready when you get home.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Chicken and Rice Soup

Slow Cooker Pasta E Fagioli

A plate of pumpkin cake mix cookies studded with chocolate chips is artfully arranged in a circle on a white surface.
Slow Cooker Pasta E Fagioli. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Get restaurant-quality soup using your slow cooker at home. The pasta, beans, and beef develop deep flavors as they cook together in tomato broth throughout the day.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Pasta E Fagioli

Slow Cooker Turkey Noodle Soup

A bowl of creamy chicken noodle casserole with vegetables, garnished with herbs, sits on a striped cloth next to slices of bread and a wooden spoon.
Slow Cooker Turkey Noodle Soup. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Put leftover turkey to good use in this easy slow cooker soup. The meat stays moist while cooking with noodles and vegetables, making a filling meal that takes just minutes to prep.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Turkey Noodle Soup

Panera Broccoli Cheddar Soup

A bowl of broccoli cheddar soup with broccoli and carrots.
Panera Broccoli Cheddar Soup. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Make this classic soup at home in your slow cooker. The broccoli gets tender while the cheese creates a smooth base – a simple way to recreate the restaurant favorite.
Get the Recipe: Panera Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Slow Cooker French Onion Soup

A bowl of French onion soup topped with melted cheese and chopped parsley on toasted bread, with a spoon in the bowl.
Slow Cooker French Onion Soup. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Let your slow cooker turn simple onions into something special. The long cooking time brings out their natural sweetness, creating a deep brown broth that’s topped with melted cheese.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker French Onion Soup

Slow Cooker Loaded Potato Soup

A bowl of creamy potato soup topped with shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, and crumbled bacon, next to a spoon and a blue and white checkered napkin.
Slow Cooker Loaded Potato Soup. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This slow cooker soup makes itself while you’re busy. Potatoes cook until soft in seasoned broth, ready for your choice of toppings when you serve.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Loaded Potato Soup

Slow Cooker Chicken Taco Soup

A bowl of chicken chili topped with cheese and green onions, surrounded by tortilla chips.
Slow Cooker Chicken Taco Soup. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Put your slow cooker to work with this Mexican-inspired soup. Chicken cooks with beans and taco seasonings all day for a filling meal that needs just basic prep.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Chicken Taco Soup

Slow Cooker Beef Ramen

Close-up of a hand using tongs to lift seasoned ramen from a steaming bowl of broth.
Slow Cooker Beef Ramen. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Your slow cooker creates a Mexican-Japanese fusion in this simple soup. The beef becomes tender in a rich broth while you’re away, perfect for serving over ramen noodles.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Beef Ramen

Buffalo Chicken Chili

Closeup of a bowl of Buffalo chicken chili.
Buffalo Chicken Chili. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This slow cooker soup brings heat to your bowl. Chicken cooks with hot sauce and beans all day, creating a thick, spicy soup that’s ready for game time.
Get the Recipe: Buffalo Chicken Chili

Creamy Crock Pot Chicken Corn Soup

A bowl of creamy crock pot chicken corn soup with a rich, creamy texture.
Creamy Crock Pot Chicken Corn Soup. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Your slow cooker turns simple ingredients into a rich soup. The chicken and corn cook in a creamy base that thickens as it simmers throughout the day.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Crock Pot Chicken Corn Soup

Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup

Slow cooker split pea soup in a slow cooker with a spoon.
Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

Perfect for beginners, this soup shows how easy slow cookers can be. Add your ingredients in the morning, set the time, and return to a thick, hot soup.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup

Creamy Chicken Hominy Soup

A bowl of mexican chicken chowder with corn and black beans.
Creamy Chicken Hominy Soup. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

The slow cooker makes this Mexican-inspired soup simple. Chicken and hominy cook together in a rich, creamy broth that gets better the longer it simmers.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Chicken Hominy Soup

Slow Cooker Chicken Zoodle Soup

A bowl of slow cooker Chicken Noodle Soup.
Slow Cooker Chicken Zoodle Soup. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

This light yet filling soup puts your slow cooker to work. The chicken and vegetables cook all day, ready for fresh zucchini noodles to be added when serving.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Chicken Zoodle Soup

Slow Cooker Butternut Soup

A crock of butternut soup.
Slow Cooker Butternut Soup. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Your slow cooker turns butternut squash into a smooth, creamy soup. The squash breaks down during cooking, creating a thick consistency perfect for fall.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Butternut Soup

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