During the colder months, nothing beats cozy soup and stew recipes. Comfort food is easily one of the best parts of this season, don’t you think? If you’re with me, you’re gonna love this curated list of my all-time favorites.
Whether you crave creamy soups, hearty stews, or spicy chili, there’s a dish to satisfy every palate. Here are my top 17 cozy soup and stew recipes to warm you up on a chilly day!
Heads up: Many of these recipes are made with an Instant Pot pressure cooker or slow cooker. Need a quick refresher? Check out my guides:
1. Best Damn Instant Pot Chicken Noodle Soup
An all-American classic, this easy chicken noodle soup has all the nostalgic flavors you love, made speedy in an Instant Pot. We’ve got chicken breast, fresh veggies, basic seasonings, and those extra-wide egg noodles to make it hearty and comforting. So satiating, so good!
2. Instant Pot Creamy Chicken Chili
Creamy chicken chili made easy! With tender chicken, beans, and a rich, flavorful broth, this Instant Pot recipe comes together in 40 minutes using simple pantry staples. Using canned ingredients for quick prep, it’s the ultimate dump-and-go meal. If you love chili but don’t like it too spicy, this is perfect!
3. Instant Pot Butternut Squash and Sweet Potato Soup
Butternut squash soup with sweet potatoes? Count me in. You don’t even need heavy cream for this one – the squash and sweet potatoes make it super rich and creamy all on their own. The combo of these two ingredients really is something special, creating a delicious soup that is as indulgent as it is good for you.
4. Best Damn Instant Pot Beef Stew
This is my best damn beef stew recipe for a reason! It’s got tender chunks of beef, potatoes, carrots, and some simple pantry staples that make it easy to prepare. Pressure cooking makes the meat extra tender and flavorful. It’s rich, savory, and perfect for a busy weeknight dinner or Sunday family meal.
5. Best Damn Instant Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup
New to the Instant Pot? This chicken tortilla soup is the perfect recipe to kick things off. It’s easy to prep, cooks fast, and delivers bold, hearty flavors. With just a handful of ingredients, you can create a dish that’s sure to impress everyone at the table.
6. Best Damn Instant Pot Turkey Chili
This Instant Pot turkey chili combines fresh and canned ingredients to create a delicious, hearty dish packed with rich flavor and plenty of spice. Unlike traditional methods, this recipe comes together in under an hour, so you can come home after a long day and enjoy a warm, satisfying meal in no time.
7. Instant Pot Creamy Tomato Basil Soup
A classic, simple soup that everyone knows and loves! The only preparation you need to worry about is cutting the onion and celery. After that, add everything else to your Instant Pot and you’re good to go. I used Greek yogurt instead of heavy cream, and I actually find it tastes so much better! It adds a creamy, tasty element to the dish that you just can’t beat.
8. Quick and Hearty Instant Pot Beef Barley Soup
This beef barley Soup is comfort food at its finest. We brown the beef and sauté the veggies first to lock in great flavor, then add the broth, barley, and fresh herbs, and let the Instant Pot do the rest! You’ll love the tender chunks of beef and the way the barley makes it so satisfyingly thick. Mmm.
9. Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup
Split pea soup is such a classic! Made in the slow cooker, you can set it, forget it, and go about your business until it’s ready to eat. I use fresh veggies like carrots, celery, and garlic, plus split peas (obviously), veggie broth, and a little thyme. Let these ingredients get to know each other and bam – a super tasty meal.
10. Unbelievable Instant Pot Vegetarian Chili
While this is a vegetarian chili, that doesn’t mean we’re slacking on flavor here! It’s packed with hearty vegetables and beans, creating a rich taste that seems like it’s been simmering all day. This beauty will be ready to go in only 30 minutes.
11. Easy Instant Pot Roasted Pumpkin Soup
You can’t have a list of soup and stew recipes without pumpkin soup! We roast fresh pumpkin to highlight its natural sweetness, then blend it into a silky smooth, creamy soup right in the Instant Pot – no heavy cream needed. It’s warm, comforting, and perfect for any day you need a warm bowl of soup to cozy up with.
12. RecipeTeacher Classic Beef Stew
This is my take on the classic beef stew, so you know it’s going to have a little something different! What is that, you ask? Anchovy paste. It’s my secret ingredient for a deep, savory flavor that makes the tender beef and hearty potatoes absolutely incredible. It’s classic Americana with a twist!
13. Instant Pot Broccoli Cheese Soup
Broccoli cheese soup is one of those easy soup recipes that I can’t resist. It’s so flavorful, rich, creamy… what is there not to love? So this is my go at an Instant Pot version. I even add a little Lawry’s seasoning and some hot sauce to add some complexity. Don’t worry, it won’t add any heat, just a depth of flavor you wouldn’t expect. It’s delicious.
14. Best Damn Slow Cooker Chili
Enjoy restaurant-quality chili right at home! We start with browned ground beef and bell peppers for a fantastic base. My secret? A little baking soda and coffee grounds! The coffee adds amazing depth (don’t worry, no coffee flavor), and the baking soda makes the meat super tender, creating the best damn chili you’ll ever make.
15. Instant Pot Mushroom Barley Soup
This mushroom barley soup is a hearty, savory dream loaded with fresh mushrooms, carrots, and celery. It’s the perfect comfort food, especially when you’ve got some crusty bread to dunk. The earthy mushrooms and chewy barley come together so easily in the Instant Pot, you’ll want to make it on repeat!
16. Easy Instant Pot Red Lentil Soup
Red lentils are an underrated soup ingredient. They create an excellent texture and delicate, slightly sweet flavor that makes this Instant Pot soup so creamy and satisfying. With a touch of fresh ginger and simple seasonings, it’s the perfect simple meal that comes together with minimal effort for any night of the week.
17. Best Damn Instant Pot Beef Chuck Chili
Hearty, spicy, and packed with flavor, this Instant Pot chili is like a beef stew with a chili twist. We use tomato paste to create a rich, savory base that pairs perfectly with tender chunks of beef and black beans. Have it ready to enjoy in about an hour!
Comfort in Every Spoonful
I hope these cozy soup and stew recipes have inspired you to break out your Instant Pot or slow cooker and warm up with a hearty, satisfying bowl of goodness! Whether it’s a hectic weeknight or a chill Sunday, these recipes make it super easy to whip up some comfort food without spending all day in the kitchen.
Cheers to great meals ahead!
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