30 Hearty Black Friday Soup Recipes for Easy, Tasty Dinners

Black Friday can be hectic, with all the shopping, deals, and the inevitable fatigue that follows. So, by the time dinner rolls around, I know I'm ready for something comforting, easy to make, and absolutely delicious. That's why I put together this list of 30 hearty Black Friday soup recipes for easy, tasty dinners.

These soups are perfect for warming up after a long day of retail therapy and are a breeze to prepare, making them ideal for when you don't want to spend hours in the kitchen. From creamy chowders to brothy delights and everything in between, there's something here for everyone to enjoy.

1. Chicken Noodle Soup

Who doesn’t love a classic chicken noodle soup? It’s the ultimate comfort food that never fails to warm me up.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb chicken breast, cooked and shredded
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 onion, diced
• 8 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups egg noodles
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, sauté the onion, carrots, and celery until tender.
2. Add the chicken broth, shredded chicken, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
3. Bring to a boil, then add the egg noodles.
4. Simmer until the noodles are cooked, about 15 minutes.
5. Remove the bay leaf, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot.

2. Tomato Basil Soup

This rich, creamy tomato basil soup is a crowd favorite in my house. Perfect with a grilled cheese sandwich!

Ingredients:

• 2 cans (28 ounces each) of crushed tomatoes
• 1 onion, chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil for sautéing

Instructions:

1. Sauté the onion and garlic in olive oil until tender.
2. Add the crushed tomatoes and broth, bring to a boil.
3. Reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
4. Stir in the heavy cream and basil.
5. Using an immersion blender, blend until smooth.
6. Season with salt and pepper, serve warm.

3. Broccoli Cheddar Soup

The perfect soup for cheese lovers. This thick and creamy soup is incredibly satisfying.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/4 cup flour
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup half-and-half
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil for sautéing

Instructions:

1. Sauté the onion and garlic in olive oil until tender.
2. Add the broccoli and cook for about 5 minutes.
3. Sprinkle in the flour, stir to coat the veggies.
4. Pour in the broth and bring to a boil.
5. Reduce heat, simmer until broccoli is tender.
6. Stir in the cheese and half-and-half until melted and smooth.
7. Season with salt and pepper, serve hot.

4. Minestrone Soup

This Italian classic is packed with vegetables and pasta, making it a hearty meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 zucchini, chopped
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 can (28 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 cup elbow macaroni
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil for sautéing

Instructions:

1. Sauté onion, garlic, carrots, and celery in olive oil until tender.
2. Add zucchini, diced tomatoes, and broth; bring to a boil.
3. Stir in the beans, oregano, and basil, then add macaroni.
4. Simmer until pasta and vegetables are tender.
5. Season with salt and pepper, serve warm.

5. French Onion Soup

A rich, beefy broth with caramelized onions and topped with cheesy toast. It’s simply a masterpiece in a bowl.

Ingredients:

• 5 large onions, thinly sliced
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1/2 cup white wine
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 baguette, sliced
• 1 cup grated Gruyère cheese
• 3 tablespoons butter
• Olive oil for sautéing

Instructions:

1. Caramelize the onions in butter and olive oil with sugar.
2. Sprinkle with flour, cook for another 2 minutes.
3. Add the white wine and beef broth, bring to a boil.
4. Reduce heat, simmer for 30 minutes.
5. Season with salt and pepper.
6. Toast the baguette slices, top with Gruyère, and broil until cheese melts.
7. Serve soup topped with cheesy toast.

6. Potato Leek Soup

Simple yet luxurious, this soup is velvety smooth and perfect for cold nights.

Ingredients:

• 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced
• 3 leeks, cleaned and sliced
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil for sautéing

Instructions:

1. Sauté the leeks in olive oil until tender.
2. Add the diced potatoes and broth, bring to a boil.
3. Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender.
4. Puree the mixture until smooth.
5. Stir in the heavy cream, season with salt and pepper.
6. Serve warm.

7. Beef Barley Soup

Hearty and filling, beef barley soup is perfect for a post-shopping pick-me-up.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb stewing beef, cut into cubes
• 1 cup barley
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 8 cups beef broth
• 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil for sautéing

Instructions:

1. Sauté the beef cubes in olive oil until browned.
2. Remove beef, add onions, garlic, carrots, and celery; sauté until tender.
3. Add the browned beef, diced tomatoes, beef broth, and bay leaf; bring to a boil.
4. Stir in the barley and reduce heat.
5. Simmer until barley is tender, about 45 minutes.
6. Season with salt and pepper, remove bay leaf, and serve hot.

8. Corn Chowder

This thick and creamy chowder brings the sweetness of corn to a savory base.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
• 4 slices bacon, chopped
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cups potatoes, peeled and diced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil for sautéing

Instructions:

1. Cook bacon in a large pot until crispy, remove and set aside.
2. Sauté onion in the bacon fat until tender.
3. Add potatoes and chicken broth; bring to a boil.
4. Reduce heat, simmer until potatoes are tender.
5. Add corn and heavy cream; simmer for another 10 minutes.
6. Season with salt and pepper, garnish with crispy bacon, serve warm.

9. Tortilla Soup

Bursting with vibrant flavors, this tortilla soup is sure to perk up any tired shopper.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb chicken breast, cooked and shredded
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
• 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Tortilla strips, avocado slices, and shredded cheese for garnish
• Olive oil for sautéing

Instructions:

1. Sauté the onion and garlic in olive oil until tender.
2. Add shredded chicken, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, corn, and black beans.
3. Season with cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
4. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 20 minutes.
5. Serve hot, garnished with tortilla strips, avocado, and cheese.

10. Carrot Ginger Soup

A vibrant and healthy option, this soup is both nutritious and flavorful.

Ingredients:

• 6 large carrots, peeled and chopped
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup coconut milk
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil for sautéing

Instructions:

1. Sauté the onion, garlic, and ginger in olive oil until tender.
2. Add the carrots and vegetable broth; bring to a boil.
3. Reduce heat, simmer until carrots are tender.
4. Puree the mixture until smooth.
5. Stir in the coconut milk, season with salt and pepper.
6. Serve warm.

11. White Chicken Chili

Warm, creamy, and with a slight kick, this white chicken chili is always a hit in my kitchen.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb chicken breast, cooked and shredded
• 2 cans (15 oz each) white beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil for sautéing

Instructions:

1. Sauté the onion and garlic in olive oil until tender.
2. Add shredded chicken, white beans, corn, chicken broth, cumin, and chili powder.
3. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, simmer for 20 minutes.
4. Stir in the heavy cream, season with salt and pepper.
5. Serve warm.

12. Lentil Soup

Packed with protein and fiber, this hearty lentil soup will keep you full and satisfied.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup dried lentils, rinsed
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil for sautéing

Instructions:

1. Sauté the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery in olive oil until tender.
2. Add lentils, vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, thyme, and bay leaf.
3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until lentils are tender.
4. Season with salt and pepper, remove bay leaf, and serve warm.

13. Butternut Squash Soup

Smooth and luscious, this butternut squash soup is Autumn in a bowl.

Ingredients:

• 1 large butternut squash, peeled and cubed
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil for sautéing

Instructions:

1. Sauté the onion and garlic in olive oil until tender.
2. Add the cubed butternut squash and vegetable broth.
3. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, simmer until squash is tender.
4. Puree the mixture until smooth.
5. Stir in the heavy cream, season with salt and pepper.
6. Serve warm.

14. Clam Chowder

Creamy and full of tender clams and potatoes, this New England classic is a real treat.

Ingredients:

• 2 cans (6.5 oz each) chopped clams, with juice
• 4 slices bacon, chopped
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cups potatoes, peeled and diced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Cook bacon until crispy, remove and set aside.
2. Sauté onion in the bacon fat until tender.
3. Add potatoes, chicken broth, and bay leaf; bring to a boil.
4. Reduce heat, simmer until potatoes are tender.
5. Stir in clams with their juice and heavy cream.
6. Season with salt and pepper, garnish with crispy bacon, serve warm.

15. Split Pea Soup

Thick, smoky, and filling, this split pea soup will warm you to your core.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups split peas, rinsed
• 1 ham bone (optional)
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil for sautéing

Instructions:

1. Sauté the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery in olive oil until tender.
2. Add split peas, ham bone, broth, and bay leaf.
3. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, simmer until peas are tender.
4. Remove ham bone, shred any meat and return to the soup.
5. Season with salt and pepper, serve warm.

16. Thai Coconut Soup

A fragrant and exotic dish, this Thai coconut soup is bursting with flavor.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb chicken breast, cooked and shredded
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• Fresh cilantro for garnish
• Olive oil for sautéing

Instructions:

1. Sauté garlic and ginger in olive oil until fragrant.
2. Add chicken broth, coconut milk, red bell pepper, and mushrooms.
3. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, simmer for 10-15 minutes.
4. Stir in shredded chicken, fish sauce, and lime juice.
5. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

17. Sausage Kale Soup

This hearty soup combines savory sausage with nutritious kale for a delicious meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb Italian sausage, crumbled
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 4 cups chopped kale
• 2 cups potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil for sautéing

Instructions:

1. Brown the sausage in a large pot, remove and set aside.
2. Sauté the onion and garlic in the remaining fat until tender.
3. Add chicken broth, potatoes, and kale; bring to a boil.
4. Reduce heat, simmer until potatoes are tender.
5. Stir in the cooked sausage and heavy cream.
6. Season with salt and pepper, serve warm.

18. Chicken Tortellini Soup

Cheesy tortellini combined with tender chicken makes this soup a family favorite.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb chicken breast, cooked and shredded
• 2 cups cheese tortellini
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 6 cups chicken broth
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil for sautéing

Instructions:

1. Sauté the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery in olive oil until tender.
2. Add chicken broth and bring to a boil.
3. Stir in shredded chicken and tortellini.
4. Simmer until tortellini is cooked, about 10 minutes.
5. Season with salt and pepper, serve warm.

19. Moroccan Chickpea Soup

With its exotic spices, this Moroccan chickpea soup is both hearty and flavorful.

Ingredients:

• 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro for garnish
• Olive oil for sautéing

Instructions:

1. Sauté the onion and garlic in olive oil until tender.
2. Add chickpeas, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth.
3. Stir in cumin, coriander, and cinnamon.
4. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, simmer for 20 minutes.
5. Season with salt and pepper, garnish with fresh cilantro, serve warm.

20. Goulash Soup

This Hungarian soup is rich, hearty, and packed with tender beef and vegetables.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb stewing beef, cut into cubes
• 2 potatoes, peeled and diced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 6 cups beef broth
• 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil for sautéing

Instructions:

1. Sauté the beef in olive oil until browned; remove and set aside.
2. Sauté the onion, garlic, carrots, and potatoes until tender.
3. Add beef broth, diced tomatoes, paprika, and bay leaf.
4. Return beef to the pot; bring to a boil, reduce heat, simmer for 45 minutes.
5. Season with salt and pepper, remove bay leaf, serve warm.

21. Zucchini Basil Soup

Light and refreshing, this zucchini basil soup is a perfect way to enjoy green veggies.

Ingredients:

• 4 zucchini, chopped
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
• 1 cup heavy cream
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil for sautéing

Instructions:

1. Sauté the onion and garlic in olive oil until tender.
2. Add chopped zucchini and vegetable broth; bring to a boil.
3. Reduce heat, simmer until zucchini is tender

22. Pumpkin Soup

This creamy pumpkin soup is perfect for a cozy night in, with its warm spices and smooth texture.

Ingredients:

• 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil for sautéing

Instructions:

1. Sauté the onion and garlic in olive oil until tender.
2. Add the pumpkin puree, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
3. Stir in the broth and bring to a boil.
4. Reduce heat, simmer for 15 minutes.
5. Stir in the heavy cream, season with salt and pepper.
6. Serve warm.

23. Italian Wedding Soup

This delightful soup combines savory meatballs and tender greens in a flavorful broth.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef or pork
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup acini di pepe or any small pasta
• 4 cups spinach or escarole, chopped
• Olive oil for sautéing

Instructions:

1. Mix the ground meat, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to form meatballs.
2. Brown the meatballs in olive oil, then set aside.
3. Bring the chicken broth to a boil, add the pasta and cook until tender.
4. Return the meatballs to the pot, add the greens, and simmer until wilted and tender.
5. Season with salt and pepper, serve warm.

24. Southwestern Black Bean Soup

Bold and hearty, this Southwestern black bean soup is packed with flavor and warmth.

Ingredients:

• 2 cans (15 oz each) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro and lime wedges for garnish
• Olive oil for sautéing

Instructions:

1. Sauté the onion and garlic in olive oil until tender.
2. Add the black beans, diced tomatoes, corn, broth, cumin, and chili powder.
3. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, simmer for 20 minutes.
4. Season with salt and pepper, garnish with cilantro and lime wedges, serve warm.

25. Mushroom Barley Soup

Earthy mushrooms and hearty barley make this soup a satisfying and delicious meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup barley
• 3 cups mushrooms, sliced
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 cups beef or vegetable broth
• 1 cup carrots, diced
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil for sautéing

Instructions:

1. Sauté the onion and garlic in olive oil until tender.
2. Add mushrooms, carrots, thyme, and bay leaf; cook until mushrooms are tender.
3. Add barley and broth; bring to a boil.
4. Reduce heat, simmer until barley is tender, about 45 minutes.
5. Season with salt and pepper, remove bay leaf, serve warm.

26. Egg Drop Soup

Quick, simple, and tasty, egg drop soup is always a comforting choice.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups chicken broth
• 3 eggs, beaten
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger
• 2 green onions, sliced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Bring the chicken broth to a boil.
2. Stir in the soy sauce and grated ginger.
3. Mix the cornstarch with a little water and add to the broth, simmer until thickened.
4. Slowly pour in the beaten eggs while stirring to create ribbons.
5. Season with salt and pepper, garnish with green onions, serve warm.

27. Cauliflower Soup

Creamy and comforting, this cauliflower soup is a delicious way to enjoy your veggies.

Ingredients:

• 1 large cauliflower, chopped
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil for sautéing

Instructions:

1. Sauté the onion and garlic in olive oil until tender.
2. Add the chopped cauliflower and broth; bring to a boil.
3. Reduce heat, simmer until cauliflower is tender.
4. Puree the mixture until smooth.
5. Stir in the heavy cream, season with salt and pepper.
6. Serve warm.

28. Ham and Bean Soup

This hearty ham and bean soup is perfect for using up leftover ham and is incredibly satisfying.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ham, diced
• 2 cans (15 oz each) white beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil for sautéing

Instructions:

1. Sauté the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery in olive oil until tender.
2. Add diced ham, beans, and chicken broth.
3. Stir in the bay leaf, bring to a boil, reduce heat, simmer for 30 minutes.
4. Season with salt and pepper, remove bay leaf, serve warm.

29. Tomato Tortellini Soup

This hearty and comforting soup combines cheesy tortellini with a rich tomato base.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb cheese tortellini
• 2 cans (15 oz each) diced tomatoes
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil for sautéing

Instructions:

1. Sauté the onion and garlic in olive oil until tender.
2. Add diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and dried basil; bring to a boil.
3. Stir in the tortellini, cook until tender.
4. Reduce heat, stir in the heavy cream.
5. Season with salt and pepper, serve warm.

30. Cabbage Soup

Healthy and flavorful, cabbage soup is a fantastic way to enjoy this versatile vegetable.

Ingredients:

• 1 small head of cabbage, chopped
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil for sautéing

Instructions:

1. Sauté the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery in olive oil until tender.
2. Add chopped cabbage, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, and dried thyme.
3. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, simmer until cabbage is tender.
4. Season with salt and pepper, serve warm.

Conclusion

With these 30 hearty Black Friday soup recipes, you’re all set for delicious and easy dinners that will comfort and satisfy. Each recipe brings warmth and flavor to your table, perfect for winding down after a hectic shopping day. Enjoy the coziness and convenience these soups offer!