Soups, Stews, and Chowder
Warm up this fall and winter with a collection of comforting soups, stews, and chowders. These recipes range from quick weeknight bowls to leisurely, rich stews perfect for cold days. Whether you crave creamy chowders, hearty beef stews, fragrant ramen, or brothy classics like chicken noodle, you’ll find a recipe here to suit every appetite. Below you’ll find clear, concise descriptions and images to help you choose the perfect pot to simmer tonight.
Dungeness Crab Bisque
Rich and silky, this Dungeness crab bisque is packed with seafood flavor. A great choice for a special dinner or when you want a comforting, restaurant-style soup at home.
Smoked Chicken Tortilla Soup
Smoky chicken, bold seasonings, and crunchy tortilla toppings make this a flavorful and satisfying bowl. Fast to prepare if you have smoked chicken on hand.
Smoked French Onion Soup
Caramelized onions with a hint of smoke create a deep, savory broth topped with toasted bread and melted cheese. Comfort food with a wood-fire twist.
Smoked Broccoli Cheese Soup
Fresh broccoli, smoky notes from the grill, and melted smoked cheddar combine for a rich, cozy soup that elevates the classic broccoli-cheddar pairing.
Smoked Stuffed Pepper Stew
Tender smoked beef and vegetables in a tomato-forward broth deliver all the bold flavors of stuffed peppers in a hearty stew. Serve over rice for a full meal.
Traeger Sausage and Tortellini Soup
Creamy, simple, and satisfying—sweet Italian sausage meets cheese tortellini for an easy weeknight soup that’s also good enough for guests.
Beef Barley Soup with Prime Rib
This hearty soup mixes tender prime rib with chewy barley and complementary vegetables for a filling, warming bowl. Total time: about 1 hour 20 minutes. Yield: 12 servings.
Traeger Brisket Chili
Use leftover smoked brisket to make a rich, smoky chili. Add your favorite beans and toppings for a customizable, satisfying meal.
French Onion Soup
Classic French onion with deeply caramelized onions, wine, and stock, finished with toasted baguette and melted Swiss cheese. Total time: ~1 hour 10 minutes. Yield: 8 bowls.
Chicken Taco Soup
A quick and easy soup that uses pantry staples and shredded chicken for a crowd-pleasing, Tex-Mex flavored bowl. Total time: ~35 minutes. Yield: 8 people.
20 Minute Taco Soup
Super simple and fast—brown some beef, open a few cans, and you have a flavorful taco-style soup in about 20 minutes. Yield: 6 servings.
Chicken Pot Pie Soup
All the cozy flavors of chicken pot pie turned into a creamy, quicker soup form. Savory chicken, vegetables, and a rich broth make this comforting and familiar.
Wild Rice Hotdish Soup
A warm, comforting bowl inspired by the classic casserole: beef broth, onions, celery, ground beef, and tender wild rice. Total time: ~35 minutes. Yield: 6 people.
Cream of Broccoli Soup
Silky homemade broccoli soup that’s perfect all season long—simple, creamy, and wholesome.
Sarma (Cabbage Roll) Soup
This deconstructed cabbage-roll soup captures the traditional flavors—vegetables, seasoned meat, and tangy tomato broth—without the effort of rolling individual cabbage leaves. Total time: ~1 hour 10 minutes. Yield: 12 people.
Homemade Turkey Noodle Soup
Turn leftover turkey into a nourishing, classic turkey noodle soup—perfect for using up holiday leftovers. Total time: ~4 hours 20 minutes. Yield: 12 servings.
Instant Pot Chicken Noodle Soup
Made with homemade broth and inexpensive chicken legs, this Instant Pot recipe gives you a flavorful chicken noodle soup with minimal hands-on time. Total time: ~1 hour 5 minutes. Yield: 8 servings.
Oven-Roasted Creamy Tomato Soup
Quick and delightful, roasted tomatoes deepen the flavor for a rich tomato soup that pairs beautifully with grilled cheese. Total time: ~45 minutes. Yield: 6 servings.
Instant Pot Chicken and Rice Soup
A favorite quick-and-easy dinner: flavorful broth, tender chicken, and a touch of red bell pepper for balance. Total time: ~30 minutes. Yield: 8 people.
Traeger Grilled Vegetable Bisque (Veggie Tray Soup)
Creamy bisque made from grilled vegetables—an ideal fall dinner that highlights smoky, roasted vegetable flavors. Total time: ~1 hour 10 minutes. Yield: 8 servings.
Ham Chowder with Potato and Corn
Perfect for using leftover ham: a creamy potato and corn chowder that’s both economical and comforting. Total time: ~40 minutes. Yield: 4 servings.
Copycat Dooger’s Clam Chowder
A creamy, rich clam chowder inspired by a classic favorite—hearty, warming, and perfect when you want a restaurant-style chowder at home. Total time: ~1 hour. Yield: 12 servings.
Easy Beef Stew
A dependable, straightforward beef stew with tender meat and vegetables—one of those family recipes everyone asks for again. Total time: ~1 hour 45 minutes. Yield: 6 people.
Easy Steak Chili
Use leftover steak or prime rib in this hearty chili. Mix with ground beef if needed and customize with your favorite toppings. Total time: ~1 hour 15 minutes. Yield: 8 servings.
Spicy Tonkotsu Miso Ramen
Intense, labor-of-love ramen with a rich pork-and-miso broth. A rewarding project for ramen lovers, delivering deep, layered flavors.
Creamy Chicken, Mushroom & Wild Rice Soup
A hearty, creamy soup with chicken, mushrooms, wild rice, and sage. Comforting and substantial—one of the top favorites for cold days.
Seafood Bisque
A homemade seafood bisque overflowing with seafood flavor—perfect for entertaining or enjoying a rich, luxurious bowl at home.
Beef Stroganoff Soup
All the savory elements of beef stroganoff reimagined as a comforting soup—rich, meaty, and creamy.
Creamy Zucchini Bisque
When zucchini is abundant, this creamy bisque is a delicious way to celebrate the harvest—serve it with crusty bread for a satisfying meal.
Creamy Vegetable Soup
A versatile homemade vegetable soup that uses the cooking liquid as the base. Great on its own or as a starter to other dishes.
Cream of Mushroom Soup with Chanterelle Mushrooms
Bright, woodsy chanterelles give this homemade cream of mushroom soup a depth and richness that outshines canned versions.
Tortellini Soup with Italian Sausage
Hearty and family-friendly, this soup combines ground beef or sausage, tomatoes, cheese, and tortellini for a filling one-pot dinner.
Tonkotsu Ramen
A rich, pork-based ramen with a silky broth and customizable toppings—an impressive homemade ramen experience.
Tortellini Soup with Meatballs and Spinach
Meatballs, cheese tortellini, spinach, and tomatoes make this a quick, hearty, and family-pleasing soup that feels like a full meal.
Chicken and Dumpling Soup
Comforting homemade soup with tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and homemade dumplings—classic and filling.
Miso Soup
A quick, savory miso soup you can have on the table in minutes—perfect as a light starter or simple lunch addition.
Traeger Pellet Grill Cioppino
A hearty seafood stew with tomatoes and white wine, featuring fresh fish and shellfish for a bold Pacific Northwest–style cioppino.
Corn & Potato Chowder with Wild Rice
Full of vegetables and wild rice, this chowder is a filling comfort food ideal for chilly nights.
Smoked Salmon Chowder
Smoked salmon, carrots, potatoes, celery, and thyme create a luxurious chowder—brightened with lemon and hearty enough for dinner.
Fresh Clam Chowder
Nothing beats a big bowl of clam chowder loaded with fresh clams—simple to make and deeply satisfying.