The Best Creamy Soup Recipes for Cozy Dinners at Home

Posted 2026-01-23 20:02:56

The Best Creamy Soup Recipes for Cozy Dinners at Home

These creamy soup recipes prove that comfort food need not come in the format of a big platter of meat and potatoes. Including better-than-canned creamy tomato soup, restaurant-style creamy potato soup, hearty creamy chicken soup, and more, these homemade soup recipes will inspire you to officially kick the can.

Bolognese Soup

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We’re so smitten with this cozy classic pasta sauce that we decided to make a meal out of it. The noodles are still here, of course, we just call for mixing them into the wine-infused tomato, beef, and pancetta sauce. Heavy cream and plenty of broth transform this from spaghetti-coating to creamy soup recipe. One five-star reviewer says, “this is a fantastic soup; currently my winter favorite. It's hearty and really tasty.”

Chicken and Wild Rice Chowder

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Jason Donnelly

Nutty, chewy wild rice, heavy cream, and a bounty of umami mushrooms help this creamy soup in the flavor and texture departments. A blend of white wine, chicken broth, and heavy cream team up in the luscious base.

Test Kitchen Tip: In a hurry? Save about 45 minutes by starting this creamy mushroom soup with pre-cooked store-bought wild rice instead of simmering it from scratch.

Copycat Chicken Gnocchi Soup

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Brie Goldman

This creamy chicken soup is as good as the OG. Literally! “My niece loves to order this soup so I wanted to try it out on her,” one BHG home cook says of this Olive Garden copycat recipe. “Her response? Better than the original! A win in my book.” A couple time-saving ingredients make this restaurant-style soup come together in far less time than it would take to dine out: Packaged gnocchi and leftover or rotisserie chicken.

Spicy Chicken-Corn Chowder

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Since this creamy soup recipe can be made with frozen or fresh corn, you’re able to savor a taste of summer any time of year. It will be a surprisingly satisfying taste, too.

Marry Me Chicken Soup

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Rachel Marek. Prop Styling: Addelyn Evans

Inspired by the classic Marry Me Chicken recipe, this creamy soup is loaded with chicken, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese. Choose a short pasta to round out the bowl. We recommend shells, but macaroni or penne works great.

Dill Pickle Soup

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Brie Goldman / Food Styling: Lauren McAnelly

Finely chopped dill pickles and pickle brine flavor this creamy soup recipe. The creamy element comes in the form of sour cream. Garnish the finished soup with fresh dill and plenty of ground black pepper.

Copycat Panera Broccoli Cheddar Soup

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Grant Webster

We'll let this 5-star review speak for itself. "Panera's broccoli cheddar soup is my favorite (it's a great low-carb meal) and this recipe is even better than the restaurant's soup! My daughter said it was "exceptional" and I agree. I forgot to buy carrots for the recipe but that didn't matter. It was amazing, creamy, tasty, and perfect! I didn't serve it with anything except some crackers because it was so thick, creamy, and heavy. Amazing!"

Cream of Potato Soup

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This creamy potato soup recipe is one of our go-to winter dinners. Use the soup as a base, and let each person customize their own bowl. Try toppings like cheese, bacon, and sour cream, or get creative with fresh herbs, corn chips, and roasted pumpkin seeds.

Classic Lasagna Soup

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Rachel Marek; Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman

There's nothing quite like a pan of lasagna, but this creamy soup comes close! For the cheesy element, we're topping each bowl with a mixture of cottage cheese, mozzarella, and grated Parmesan. Finish with a sprinkle of fresh basil.

Jalapeño Popper Chicken Soup

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This creamy soup recipe is a twist on the classic appetizer. As one BHG home cook raves, "Made this recipe for a soup tasting at work. It was the first one gone. I didn't make any changes to the recipe. I used a rotisserie chicken and whole milk. This is a keeper."

Beer Cheese Soup

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Jason Donnelly

There are a few things that make this beer cheese soup better than other versions you've tried. Two kinds of cheese, kielbasa sausage, and shredded hash brown-style potatoes go a long way in flavoring each bite. Finish the bowl with even more cheese and sliced green onions.

Oyster Stew

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Carson Downing

Oyster stew is traditionally eaten at Christmas, but it's delicious any time of year. This creamy soup recipe is the place to use freshly-shucked oysters. The seafood counter at your local grocery store can prep the oysters for you. Balance the delicate oyster flavor with a dash of nutmeg and sherry.

Swedish Meatball Soup

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Blaine Moats

If you love the rich flavor of Swedish meatballs, this mashup recipe is for you! Homemade pork meatballs are the star of this creamy soup recipe, and a rich sour cream broth doesn't skimp on flavor. Finish with fresh dill and cracked black pepper.

Copycat Zuppa Toscana Soup

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Brie Goldman

Skip the restaurant reservation and make your favorite creamy Italian soup at home. All the flavors of the Olive Garden classic are here, including kale, potatoes, Italian sausage, and Parmesan cheese. A sprinkle of crushed red pepper adds the perfect amount of heat to this copycat recipe.

Homemade Cream of Mushroom Soup

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Rachel Marek

Homemade cream of mushroom soup is so much better than canned. We'll walk you through how to make our version of the pantry staple. As one BHG home cook raves, "This soups is so much better than the canned version. I ate it all on its own. Will definitely be an upgrade to some of my Thanksgiving recipes this year."

Butternut Squash and Carrot Soup

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Buying precut butternut squash helps cut down the prep time of this creamy soup recipe. Puree the winter squash with carrot, leek, and half-and-half. Adding a swirl of crème fraîche is our favorite way to serve each bowl.

New England Clam Chowder

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Carson Downing

Transform inexpensive canned clams into a comforting bowl of soup with just a handful of ingredients and 30 minutes. Crumbled bacon on top adds just the right amount of texture to each bite.

Buffalo Chicken Soup

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Carson Downing / Food Styling: Lauren McAnelly

Transform the flavor of classic buffalo chicken wings into a hearty soup that's packed with the flavors of blue cheese and hot sauce. Prep the recipe up to three months ahead and stash it in the freezer. When you're ready for a bowl, simply thaw and heat slowly on the stove.

Scalloped Potato and Ham Soup

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"This is the tastiest way I’ve found to use leftover holiday ham!," says one BHG home cook. If you don't have leftover ham, you can use chopped deli ham in its place.