Warm and comforting, chicken soup is a staple in many kitchens, especially as temperatures drop lower. While everyone has a favorite, there are so many twists chicken soup can take that lead down new, delicious roads.
Here are 16 amazing chicken soup recipes that are as good for your soul as they are for your belly.
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Chicken Tortilla Soup
Spice things up a bit with this incredible chicken tortilla soup. Topped with cheese, avocado and other goodness, this Tex-Mex treat is great any night of the week.
Recipe: What's Gaby Cooking
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Italian Chicken Soup
This take on Italian soup is oh so creamy (hint: there's heavy cream in there) and flavorful. Delizioso!
Recipe: The Pioneer Woman
Bacon Beer Cheese Soup With Chicken
Bacon, cheese, and chicken all in one bowl … we're sold. This hearty soup will have everyone begging for more.
Recipe: The Slow Roasted Italian
Coconut Curry Chicken Soup
For a Thai Twist, try this Coconut Curry Chicken Soup. Top with jalapenos for an extra kick.
Recipe: Damn Delicious
Crock-Pot Chicken Noodle Soup
The ultimate comfort of chicken noodle soup with the ease of Crock-Pot cooking makes this a no-brainer for dinner during the busy holiday season.
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Broccoli Cheddar Chicken and Dumpling Soup
This soup combines the goodness of broccolli with the comfort of dumplings in a creamy, cheesy bowl of yum.
Recipe: Half Baked Harvest
Greek Chicken Lemon Rice Soup
Often called "Avgolemono" in Greek restaurants, this soup is creamy, zesty, and delicious.
Recipe: Panning the Globe
Easy Chicken Parmesan Soup
This takes all the goodness of traditional chicken Parmesan — chicken, cheese, tomato sauce, and pasta — and turns it into an easy soup your whole family will devour.
Recipe: Six Sisters' Stuff
Chicken, Kale, and White Bean Soup
Get a super food in your soup with this recipe for Chicken, Kale, and White Bean Soup.
Recipe: Gather for Bread
Sicilian Chicken Soup
Straight from Carrabba's Italian Grill, this soup is full of Italian flavor. Loaded with potatoes and vegetables, it's hearty enough to be a full meal in itself.
Recipe: Little Broken
Hearty Chicken Pumpkin Soup
Calling all pumpkin lovers, this soup is for you. It's cheesy, creamy, and downright dreamy.
Recipe: Picky Palate
Chicken Pot Pie Soup
This chicken pot pie soup is straight up comfort good. It's basically all the inside goodness of a pot pie in soup form. Delish.
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Slow Cooker Barbecue Chicken Soup
Barbecue sauce gives this chicken soup a sweet and smoky tanginess.
Recipe: The Seasoned Mom
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Chicken Wonton Soup
Wontons filled with a mixture of chicken and spices make this Asian-inspired dish flavorful and filling.
Recipe: Culinary Ginger
Chicken Green Chile Enchilada Soup
Green chiles give this enchilada soup a nice, subtle kick; cream cheese makes it thick and rich.
Recipe: Chelsea's Messy Apron
Chicken and Potato Chowder
Clams aren't the only way to make a delicious chowder. This hearty version is filled with chicken, potatoes, and cheese.
Recipe: Damn Delicious
