10 Slow Cooker Soups and Stews That’ll Chase Away the Chill

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Devan Grimsrud
Devan Grimsrud
Devan Grimsrud

Devan Grimsrud is a Berlin-based writer, editor, and recipe developer originally from Minneapolis, Minnesota. After working in television production with James Beard Award-winning chef Andrew Zimmern, she relocated to Berlin and became the managing editor at Kitchen Stories, an international digital cooking platform with millions of active users. 

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Published November 05, 2025
Devan Grimsrud
Slow Cooker Taco Soup

One of the best things to ever come out of a slow cooker, in my humble opinion, is a soup or stew. The slow cooker was made to house these cozy dishes, which can cook on their own all day, so they're ready to ladle into big bowls come dinnertime. From Slow-Cooker Beef Stew to Cheeseburger Soup, these comforting recipes will warm you up and chase away the chill of winter nights. Whether you're looking for a bit of spice in your bowl or want a creamy classic, there's something here for everyone.

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  • Slow Cooker Sausage, Kale, and Potato Soup

    A bowl of sausage kale and potato soup served with bread and grated cheese

    Simply Recipes / Jessica Furniss

    "If you want to make this recipe with zero chopping, you can grab a bag of pre-chopped kale at the store. The bagged stuff often includes pieces of stems, but they’ll become tender in the slow cooker as the soup simmers away." —Jessica Furniss, Recipe Developer

  • Easy Pork Chili Verde

    Bowls of pork chile verde garnished with sour cream cilantro and jalapeo slices surrounded by tortillas and toppings

    Simply Recipes / Frank Tiu

    "This Mexican stew features cubes of slow-cooked pork simmered in a tangy tomatillo and green chile sauce. It's typically served with warm tortillas for sopping up the savory, brothy sauce, along with toppings like sour cream, shredded cheese, onions, and cilantro—perfect for building impromptu tacos with the tender pork." —Anne Wolf, Recipe Developer

  • Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Chili

    Easy Slow Cooker Shredded Chili Chicken Chili in the crockpot

    Simply Recipes / Emma Christensen

    "As is, this makes a fairly mild chili. If you'd prefer a spicier chili, add 1 or 2 chopped jalapenos or a 4-ounce can of green chilis." —Emma Christensen, Former General Manager

  • Slow Cooker Beef Stew

    Slow Cooker Beef Stew in a Bowl

    Simply Recipes / Nick Evans

    "Chuck roast is the classic cut for beef stew and it’s what I recommend. Instead of the pre-cut beef called stew cuts, I recommend buying a whole piece of beef and cutting it into cubes yourself. Large cuts of beef stay fresher for longer and it will allow you to trim the fat more easily. While some fat is perfectly fine, I like to trim off any large chunks of fat." —Nick Evans, Recipe Developer

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  • Slow Cooker Butternut Squash and Sausage Soup

    Butternut squash and sausage soup in a white bowl with a ladle

    Simply Recipes / Jessica Furniss

    "Sweet potatoes and carrots both make great additions to this soup as well. They’ll both add extra sweetness and starch for a more complex flavor and texture in the soup." —Jessica Furniss, Recipe Developer

  • Slow Cooker Taco Soup

    A bowl of taco soup, ready to eat

    Simply Recipes / Lisa Lin

    "I love serving this soup with crushed tortilla chips for some crunch and also to complete the "taco" part of the soup. Add a healthy dollop of sour cream and it's ready to eat!" —Lisa Lin, Recipe Developer

  • Slow Cooker Turkey Stew with Mustard and Root Vegetables

    A dutch oven with turkey stew, ready to serve

    Simply Recipes / Elise Bauer

    "Turkey is a wonderful protein — easy to find and inexpensive — but it can also be quite strongly flavored, especially the dark meat. Strong flavors need to play with other strong flavors, and in this case we're flavoring the turkey stew with mustard. This mustard sauce holds its own with the turkey, mellowing the turkey flavor while at the same time enhancing the overall flavor of the stew." —Elise Bauer, Founder

  • Slow Cooker Beef and Bean Chili

    Tailgate Beef Chili Recipe in a crock pot.

    Simply Recipes / Nick Evans

    "I like to use 90/10 ground beef for my chili. This gives some fat and richness to the chili without it getting too greasy. If you would like to substitute steak, you absolutely can." —Nick Evans, Recipe Developer

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  • Slow Cooker Guinness Beef Stew

    Single serving of Slow Cooker Guinness Stew with chunky potatoes, carrots and beef

    Simply Recipes / Elise Bauer

    "Like many stews, this one is actually better the second day (and even better the third day). Leftovers can be stored for up to five days or so, and can be gently reheated on the stovetop over medium heat or in the microwave." —Elise Bauer, Founder

  • Cheeseburger Soup

    Cheesy bacon cheeseburger soup in soup bowl and with spoon.

    Simply Recipes / Nick Evans

    "Jazz up the soup with some colorful toppings. I like to reserve some crispy bacon for garnish along with chopped scallions and extra cheddar cheese." —Nick Evans, Recipe Developer

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