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33 Chicken Soup Recipes That Will Soothe Your Soul

Whether you're looking to soothe a sore throat or warm yourself from the inside out, nothing does the job better than a bowl of chicken soup. From Alton Brown's classic chicken noodle to slow cooker chicken tortilla soup, find the perfect chicken soup recipe right here.

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The Pioneer Woman's Chicken Noodle Soup

An old-fashioned wonder, chicken and noodles never go out of style. This take on the <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/comfort-food/photos/best-chicken-soup-recipes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">classic chicken soup</a> combines egg noodles with tender morsels of chicken. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/the-pioneer-womans-chicken-noodle-soup/21188/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The Pioneer Woman's Chicken Noodle Soup</a>
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Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup

All the spice and crunch of a deep-dish plate of nachos without the after effects of pub fare. This piquant soup delivers everything from black beans to chicken to tortilla chips, and will conquer any Tex-Mex cravings. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/everyday-cooking/blog/slow-cooker-tortilla-soup-brings-fiesta-flavour-without-the-fuss/" target="_blank">Slow-Cooker Tortilla Soup</a>
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Chicken and Rice Soup

Soup is forever a perennial, cold-weather comfort food. Make a double batch of this hearty, freezer-friendly dish, so you'll always have a bowl on hand to get you through the chilly season. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/chicken-rice-soup/15639/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The Pioneer Woman's Chicken and Rice Soup</a>
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Chicken Noodle Soup

This classic, comforting soup is made even healthier with the addition of broccoli, green beans, corn and peas. It's the perfect lunch or dinner when you feel a chill coming on. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/chicken-noodle-soup/7970/" target="_blank">Michael Smith's Chicken Noodle Soup</a>
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Slow Cooker Thai Red Curry Chicken Soup

Bring the warm flavours of Thailand into your kitchen with this comforting, <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/comfort-food/photos/slow-cooker-curry-recipes-deliver-comfort/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">curry</a> soup. Thai red curry paste, onion, ginger and garlic create an aromatic base of flavour that is tempered with creamy coconut milk. Chicken, broccoli and carrots are simmered slow and low for a hands-off meal. No need for takeout! Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/everyday-cooking/blog/slow-cooker-thai-red-curry-soup/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Slow Cooker Thai Red Curry Chicken Soup</a>
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Chicken Noodle Soup

Hot, delicious chicken noodle soup is a <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/healthy-eating/photos/what-foods-eat-cold-stomach-flu-season/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">cold- and flu-fighting miracle</a>, and Alton's take on this classic dish is shockingly easy to make, offering healthy, hearty soup in a jiffy, while delivering significantly more nutrition than canned varieties. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/alton-browns-chicken-noodle-soup/17373/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Alton Brown's Chicken Noodle Soup</a>
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Chicken and Rice Soup

Last night's leftovers will soon become a big warm bowl of comfort thanks to this simple, budget-friendly recipe set to prepare you for all those chilly nights to come. See here for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/everyday-cooking/photos/tasty-budget-friendly-meals/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">more cheap meal ideas that don't skimp on taste.</a> Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/chicken-and-rice-soup/15694/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Nancy Fuller's Chicken and Rice Soup</a>
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Buffalo Chicken Wing Soup

Expecting a particularly chilly Sunday? Warm up with this inventive and hearty, Buffalo Chicken Wing Soup recipe. Garnish with blue cheese for that wow factor. Get the recipe for <a target="_blank" href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/buffalo-chicken-wing-soup/14120/">Buffalo Chicken Wing Soup</a>
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Chicken and Quinoa Soup

Starchy noodles are replaced with quinoa for a warming winter bowl of soup that's as cozy as can be. Curl up on the couch with this soothing meal and satisfy your comfort food cravings. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/chicken-and-quinoa-soup/18029/" target="_blank">Chicken and Quinoa Soup</a>
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Chicken Noodle Soup with Zucchini Noodles

Gluten-free, low-carb, delicious and, most importantly, kosher, this soup with slurpy spiralized zucchini noodles is a thoroughly modern spin on a comfort classic. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/chicken-noodle-soup-with-zucchini-noodles/18122/" target="_blank">Chicken Noodle Soup with Zucchini Noodles</a>
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Roast Chicken Noodle Soup

Take your Dutch oven for a spin with this no-fuss recipe. You can stretch a rotisserie chicken into this hearty pot of delicious soup you can enjoy all week long. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/moroccan-chicken-with-lentils/4816/" target="_blank">Michael Smith's Roast Chicken Noodle Soup</a>
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Tyler Florence's Chicken Noodle Soup

Turn Sunday's roast chicken into a luxurious chicken soup with onions, carrots and celery, then jazz it up with whole black peppercorns, bay leaf and fresh parsley tied together with kitchen twine. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/tyler-florences-chicken-noodle-soup/17387/" target="_blank">Tyler Florence's Chicken Noodle Soup</a>
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Jane Fox's Famous Tortilla Soup

Tortillas aren't just for summer! Enjoy all the flavour of your favourite Mexican dish with this hearty chicken soup that will tide you over until warm weather returns. Top with a crispy tortillas and remember that summer is sooner than you think. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/jane-foxs-famous-tortilla-soup/17396/" target="_blank">Jane Fox's Famous Tortilla Soup</a>
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Grilled Chicken Vegetable Soup

Grilled chicken adds a smoky element to this fragrant, hearty soup that you'll want to enjoy for dinner and then lunch the following day. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/grilled-chicken-vegetable-soup/17823/" target="_blank">Valerie Bertinelli's Grilled Chicken Vegetable Soup</a>
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Cock-A-Leekie

This easy soup combines chicken, dumplings, leeks, prunes and barley for a comforting meal on a cold day. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/cock-a-leekie/10545/" target="_blank">Ricardo's Cock-A-Leekie</a>.
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Chicken Soup with Ground Chicken Meatballs

A comforting chicken meatball soup perfect for a cold night curled up on the couch, or a flavourful lunch. Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/chicken-soup-with-ground-chicken-meatballs/11586/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Chuck Hughes' Chicken Soup with Ground Chicken Meatballs</a>
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Anna Olson's Poule au Pot

In English, this classic French dish translates to boiled chicken, but it's so much more than that; as the chicken cooks —soaked in water and wine— the addition of veggies gives this hearty soup a blue-ribbon status. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/anna-olsons-poule-au-pot/12794" target="_blank">Anna Olson's Poule au Pot</a>
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Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup

No one feels like cooking when they're battling a cold or a <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/healthy-eating/photos/foods-soothe-sore-throat/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">sore throat</a>, which is why this recipe is perfect for those days when you're feeling under the weather. Let your slow cooker do all the hard work, while you rest and wait for a warm and comforting bowl of goodness. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/slow-cooker-chicken-noodle-soup/19555/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup</a>
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Bubby's Chicken Soup

Chicken soup is known as the ultimate cold remedy, but it is also great for cleansing the body. Broth is chock-full of minerals and protein. Protein is essential for any detox because it helps to renew and repair the body. It supports the immune system while keeping energy high. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/chicken-soup-with-matzo-balls/9375/" target="_blank">Bubby's Chicken Soup </a>
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Chicken Soup

Traditional chicken soup meets fresh <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/in-season/photos/underrated-veggies-you-should-try/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">spring vegetables</a> and herbs for a fragrant broth, while matzo balls turn this dish into a satisfying side or light lunch. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/chicken-soup/17329/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Ina Garten's Chicken Soup</a>
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Chicken Soup with Matzo Balls

Succulent, tender chicken combines with carrots, celery, onions, parsley, thyme and traditional matzo balls in a homemade broth.Get the recipe for <a target="_blank" href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/homemade-chicken-broth-with-matzo-balls/6805/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Michael Smith's Chicken Soup with Matzo Balls</a>
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Mediterranean Chicken Soup

With fresh herbs, veggies and couscous, this is anything but your typical chicken noodle soup. Get the recipe for <a target="_blank" href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/mediterranean-chicken-soup/10471/">Michael Smith's Mediterranean Chicken Soup</a>
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Miso Chicken Ramen

Miso, ginger and miles of chewy noodles make this <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/global-eats/photos/japanese-inspired-recipes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Japanese dish</a> a cool-weather favourite. Add some tender chicken breast and you have a hearty meal. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/miso-chicken-ramen/17999/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Miso Chicken Ramen</a>
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Aztec Soup

You'll really warm up with this recipe that's a favourite in Mexico. A healthy dose of heat from cayenne, paprika and chipotle peppers give it a spicy kick, while the corn, beans, wild rice and chicken makes it a filling meal. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/aztec-soup/11062/" target="_blank">Aztec Soup</a>
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Mexican Chicken Soup

Fill your home (and your belly) with the fragrant aroma of garlic, cumin and coriander, bubbling away with fresh veggies, tomatoes and chicken in this Mexican inspired dish from Ina Garten's kitchen. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/mexican-chicken-soup/17344/" target="_blank">Ina Garten's Mexican Chicken Soup</a>
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Vietnamese-Style Chicken Soup with Dumplings

This Vietnamese-style chicken noodle soup contains many of the same aromatics as pho, with star anise, ginger and Thai basil playing centre stage. Instead of rice noodles, guests can enjoy hearty dumplings made from wonton wrappers filled with ground chicken, mint and cilantro. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/vietnamese-style-chicken-soup-with-dumplings/17865/" target="_blank">Vietnamese-Style Chicken Soup with Dumplings</a>
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Italian Chicken Soup

Turn the flavours of <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/everyday-cooking/photos/best-chicken-parmesan-recipes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Italian chicken Parmesan</a> into a cozy soup. This hearty soup has chunks of chicken in every bite. Top with shaved Parmesan and serve alongside crusty Italian bread for a satisfying meal. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/italian-chicken-soup/19534/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The Pioneer Woman's Italian Chicken Soup</a>