Nothing satisfies quite like Dutch oven soup recipes. Find a new favorite among our picks for chicken soup, chowder, beef stew and more.
58 Dutch Oven Soup Recipes We’re Making on Repeat
Beefy Sweet Potato Soup
I hate being cold, but one of the best remedies for that is warm soup. I took my mother’s water-based vegetable soup recipe and worked with it to make the flavors richer. The meat and veggies in this dish are the perfect cure for a cold night and a hungry family. —Lisa Cooper, Leander, Texas
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Ravioli Soup
My family’s love of pasta dishes inspired my to create this thick and hearty soup. People always rave about the rich tomato base and tender pockets of cheese-filled ravioli. —Shelley Way, Cheyenne, WyomingHomemade Cheesy Potato Soup
It doesn’t take long to put bowls of this comforting cheesy potato soup recipe on the table. Convenience items, such as canned soup and processed cheese, simplify the preparation. —Tammy Condit, League City, TexasGrandmother’s Chicken ‘n’ Dumplings
While I was growing up, my grandmother could feed our whole big family with a single chicken—and lots of dumplings. —Cathy Carroll, Bossier City, LouisianaSoup makes for a great meal—as do these delicious Dutch oven dinners.
Creamy Asparagus Chowder
Although this soup is best when made with fresh asparagus, you can use frozen or canned. I like to blanch and freeze asparagus in portions just right for this recipe so I can make our favorite chowder all year. —Shirley Beachum, Shelby, MichiganButternut Squash and Sausage Soup
Soup comforts the soul and this creamy, healthy soup does nothing short of that. This makes a large pot and I love sharing it with others. –Jerilyn Korver, Altoona, IowaSpicy Chili
This spicy chili recipe is the culmination of several years’ worth of experimenting to get just the right flavor. For those who like their chili very hot, the secret is to add more jalapenos. The most I ever used in a recipe was five…was it spicy! —Liesha Hoek, Somerset, New JerseyBest Seafood Chowder
My husband is an avid fisherman. When a family get-together was planned and we had to bring something, we created this recipe using fish from our freezer. The chowder got rave reviews from the relatives! —Heather Saunders, Belchertown, MassachusettsPair your meal with this amazing Dutch oven bread recipe.
Italian White Bean Soup
Have a refrigerator full of vegetables and a can of beans? That's all you need for a pot of hearty Italian white bean soup.Dutch Oven French Onion Soup
I’ve also made this savory soup in a slow cooker for a fuss-free meal. It cooks on low for 3 to 4 hours. —Denise Hruz, Germantown, WisconsinBeef Brisket Chili
My son and I concocted this brisket chili for a chili cook-off at his work. He proudly came home with a first-place ribbon! —Marie Hattrup, Sonoma, CaliforniaCanadian Cheese Soup
My family loves Canadian bacon, but I don’t run across a lot of dishes that call for this pork product. Everyone was thrilled the first time I offered this succulent soup. —Jolene Roudebush, Troy, MichiganQuick and Healthy Turkey Veggie Soup
I freeze our leftover turkey at the holidays so we can enjoy meals like this year-round. This soup is especially delicious on a chilly fall or winter day. If you’re looking for a dish that’s more filling, add some cooked pasta. —Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, TexasCreamy Vegetable Chowder
This rich, comforting soup recipe can easily be doubled or tripled. You can lower the fat content by using turkey bacon, vegetable broth and skim milk. It’s delicious either way. —Suzanna VandeBrake, Peyton, ColoradoBlack Bean-Pumpkin Soup
This healthy recipe is packed with protein from the beans and with vitamins from the pumpkin. The dollop of light sour cream adds a satisfying touch that feels indulgent. —Jennifer Fisher, Austin, TexasCreamy Seafood Bisque
Savor the flavors of the sea with this creamy seafood bisque, featuring a delicious blend of shrimp, crab and clams in a rich, tomatoey broth.Beef Stew
Treat yourself to an oh-so-satisfying Sunday dinner with our best beef stew recipe. The secret to this stew's success is the balsamic vinegar, which adds complexity and brightens up the beefy, wine-rich broth.Cheese Soup with a Twist
One of my favorite childhood memories is of my Aunt Claire serving up hearty bowlfuls of her famous cheesy soup. She would pair this cheese soup with a slice of warm buttered bread for a downhome lunch. —Rob Feezor, Alexandria, VirginiaPut your pot to work with these unexpected Dutch oven recipes.
Meatball Alphabet Soup
Bite-sized meatballs made from ground turkey perk up this fun alphabet soup. A variety of vegetables are mixed in a rich tomato broth seasoned with herbs. —Taste of Home Test KitchenCoconut Curry Soup
Enjoy a taste of Thai cuisine with this coconut curry soup that needs just 20 minutes of prep time. Packed with chicken, vegetables and bold spices, it's a comforting and delicious dish for busy weeknights.Craving more chicken? We love this Dutch oven chicken breast dinner.
Italian Zucchini Soup
This Italian zucchini soup recipe was given to me by my neighbor. Nice and simple, it’s a good way to use a lot of your zucchini and other garden vegetables. It freezes well and is great to have on hand on a cold winter day. —Clara Mae Chambers, Superior, NebraskaTortellini Soup
This quick, easy rustic Italian tortellini soup recipe is flavorful and comforting. Italian sausage, spinach and tender cheese tortellini simmer in a rich tomato broth, creating a soup that cooks for only 20 minutes.Caribbean Potato Soup
My bright and hearty soup features an unusual blend of ingredients, including okra, kale and black-eyed peas. No kale on hand? Use spinach instead. —Crystal Jo Bruns, Iliff, ColoradoPriscilla’s Vegetable Chowder
This is the perfect soup to warm up with on a cold fall or winter day. Serve it in a bread bowl to make it extra special. —Rhodes Bake-N-Serv, Jenna Jackson, Salt Lake City, UtahChicken & Spinach Tortellini Soup
Shredded rotisserie chicken is complemented by fresh green spinach and cheese tortellini in this quick-to-fix soup. It makes a great starter or a light meal with a salad and crusty bread. —Charlene Chambers, Ormond Beach, FloridaLearn how to make Dutch oven chicken thighs, too.