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Bowl Goals: 14 Comforting Soups for Chilly Nights

By: Joanna Cismaru •Last Updated: 9/13/25 4 Comments

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Soup season is officially here and I couldn’t be happier, it’s honestly my favorite time of the year. There’s just something about crisp air, cozy sweaters, and a big steaming bowl of soup that makes fall feel like, well, fall.

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  • Soup Season Is Officially Here
  • 14 Cozy Soups To Make This Fall
  • Red Lentil Chicken Soup
  • Beef Barley Soup
  • Zuppa Toscana
  • Creamy Loaded Potato Soup
  • Instant Pot Chicken Noodle Soup
  • Tuscan Bean Soup
  • Chicken Barley Soup
  • Cream Of Mushroom Soup
  • Split Pea Soup
  • Flu Fighter Chicken Noodle Soup
  • Butternut Squash Soup
  • Creamy Tortellini Soup
  • Pumpkin Soup
  • Buffalo Chicken Wing Soup
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Soup Season Is Officially Here

I have to admit, for me soup season is year round. That’s right, I make soups all the time because we love them. I really don’t understand why more people won’t eat soup year round. But anyway, I get it. Fall is basically nature’s way of saying “slow down, put on your fuzzy socks, and simmer something good on the stove. The crisp air, the falling leaves, and a huge steaming bowl of soup feels like the most exciting dinner ever.

This time of year my Dutch oven practically lives on the stovetop. I’m talking chunky stews, creamy classics, and soups so good you’ll be looking for excuses to invite people to share a pot. So whether you want something that cooks low and slow all afternoon or a weeknight hero that comes together fast, I’ve got you covered.

14 Cozy Soups To Make This Fall

red lentil chicken soup garnished with parsley and green onions in a bowl along side some grilled cheese.

Red Lentil Chicken Soup

This Red Lentil Chicken Soup is a heartwarming and nourishing dish that's perfect for any meal. It's a simple mix of tender chicken, soft red lentils, and a blend of tasty spices like turmeric and smoked paprika, all cooked together in a flavorful broth.
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beef barley soup in a white bowl with a spoon inside.

Beef Barley Soup

This Beef Barley Soup is comforting, delicious and nutritious with melt in your mouth beef, lots of veggies and chewy, nutty barley. Perfect for dinner and the leftovers make great lunches.
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A large pot of creamy Zuppa Toscana soup filled with Italian sausage, kale, and potatoes. A ladle is scooping up a hearty portion, showing the rich broth, tender potatoes, and wilted kale.

Zuppa Toscana

Zuppa Toscana is a hearty, comforting soup loaded with Italian sausage, tender potatoes, and fresh kale, all in a rich, creamy broth. It's the perfect meal for a cozy night in, full of bold flavors and ready to satisfy!
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a serving of creamy potato soup in a white bowl with a spoon in it.

Creamy Loaded Potato Soup

This Creamy Potato Soup is smooth, creamy, and delicious. It can only be described as serious comfort food in a bowl that's quick and easy to make. A simple recipe perfect for a cold day.
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instant pot chicken noodle soup in a white bowl.

Instant Pot Chicken Noodle Soup

This incredible scratch-made wholesome and hearty Instant Pot Chicken Noodle Soup takes just a fraction of the time and is unbelievably delicious! It’s loaded with tender perfectly cooked chicken, comforting egg noodles, and veggies just swimming in a super flavorful herb infused chicken broth. It’s the perfect quick and easy meal to warm you up on a chilly day!
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Tuscan Bean Soup

My version of a delicious Tuscan Bean Soup! Loaded with bacon, smoked sausage and lots of beans, this soup truly is comfort food at its finest. This is an easy to make, hearty and delicious soup. Entirely a meal on it's own, it's perfect or fall and winter weather or busy weeknights anytime of the year!
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freshly made chicken barley soup in a white bowl with a golden spoon in it.

Chicken Barley Soup

This delicious simple Chicken Barley Soup is loaded with just the right balance of hearty barley and tender chicken breast that is encased in the most incredible down-home extra chickeny broth! It’s a comforting meal that is sure to warm you up as the days get colder.
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cream of mushroom soup garnished with sauteed mushrooms in a white bowl.

Cream Of Mushroom Soup

Sautéed mushrooms are cooked to perfection with butter, lots of garlic, and a dash of white wine and then turned into a delicious Cream Of Mushroom Soup! Full of earthy mushroom yumminess and finished off with heavy cream it’s based on classic French flavors, yet so simple to make!
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split pea soup in a white bowl with a couple slices of bread around it.

Split Pea Soup

Split Pea Soup is a cozy, hearty classic loaded with tender split peas, smoky ham, and vegetables. Naturally creamy and perfect for leftovers.
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overhead shot of a pot of flu fighter chicken noodle soup with a wooden spoon in it

Flu Fighter Chicken Noodle Soup

This Flu Fighter Chicken Noodle Soup is loaded with good for you ingredients, it’s cozy and the epitome of comfort food. Perfect for when you’re feeling congested or experiencing flu-like symptoms.
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butternut squash soup in a white bowl garnished with pepitas, bacon, goat cheese and maple syrup.

Butternut Squash Soup

This Butternut Squash Soup is not your average squash soup. It’s creamy, cozy, a little sweet, a little spicy, and finished with crispy bacon and goat cheese (if you’re smart). Easy enough for a weeknight, fancy enough for company.
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a ladle scooping up some creamy tortellini soup from a pot.

Creamy Tortellini Soup

This full flavored Creamy Tortellini Soup is so delicious, it will knock your socks off! It's loaded with healthy vegetables, filling cheesy tortellini, and some fantastic Italian sausage meat. This is literally love in a bowl!
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pumpkin soup in a white bowl garnished with pumpkin seeds, croutons, and a drizzle of cream.

Pumpkin Soup

This Pumpkin Soup is like a big warm hug on a cool day. It's creamy, it's a little sweet, and it's got that cozy pumpkin taste we all love. It's easy to make and just right for when you want something yummy and comforting.
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Buffalo Chicken Wing Soup

This Buffalo Chicken Wing Soup tastes just like buffalo chicken wings but in a creamy delicious soup. Bold flavors, easy to whip up, it will blow your mind!
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