If the frigid temperatures outside are any indicator, it’s most certainly soup season. Basically, in the depths of New England winter; a.k.a., January and February, all I really want is to bury myself beneath a pile of blankets with a warm bowl of soup in hand.
15 Healthier One Pot Protein-Packed Soups That Totally Double as Dinner
I want that homemade bowl of soup to be relatively healthy given that it’s a new year and we’ve just emerged from all of the holiday decadence. And let’s not forget a soup that’s packed with protein and can double as a complete dinner so that I’m not having to use more than one pot. Basically, I want healthy, hearty, and delicious … in a soup bowl.
Rest assured, I’ve got your dinner plans covered with these healthier one pot protein-packed soups that double as dinner! (Say that three times fast.)
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Now let’s dive right into those healthier one pot protein-packed soups, perfect for dinner tonight!
Easy Lentil Ground Turkey Soup
This easy lentil turkey soup recipe is flavored with cumin, coriander, and garlic and is unbelievably flavor-packed. It’s also easy to freeze and reheat for later, making it a great meal prep option!
Ground Turkey and Vegetable Soup
This ground turkey and vegetable soup is a healthy one pot soup with the perfect balance of lean protein and carbs. This soup is hearty, tastes great, and makes for great leftovers for lunch, etc.
Instant Pot Vegetable Beef Soup
This instant pot vegetable beef soup is such a yummy and healthy, hearty stew recipe. This one pot meal is packed with savory flavor and is ready in 30 minutes!
Chicken and Black Bean Soup
This easy black bean and chicken soup is a great option for a simple weeknight meal. Top this delicious soup with diced onion, fresh cilantro, and sliced avocado for the yummiest combo.
Chicken and Brown Rice Soup
Perfect for when you feel under the weather, this Chicken and Brown Rice Soup is delicious for a cozy lunch or dinner. Packed with vegetables and chicken, this recipe is made lower sodium as well with tips on buying broth!
Ground Beef Vegetable Soup
This Ground Beef Vegetable Soup recipe is hearty, healthy, and an incredibly easy one-pot meal. It’s loaded with seasonal vegetables and is Whole30, Keto, and paleo-friendly.
Red Manhattan Clam Chowder
This healthy and easy red Manhattan Clam Chowder recipe is chock-full of tender veggies and fresh shucked clams.
Easy Chicken Enchilada Soup
This Easy Chicken Enchilada Soup is the best cozy dinner! Made with healthy ingredients in the instant pot, crockpot, or on the stove! Love a creamy enchilada soup? Try our creamy crockpot chicken enchilada soup.
Healthy and Creamy Ground Turkey Soup
Hearty ground turkey soup with vegetables is a clean and comforting meal perfect for soothing the belly and soul. Make it if you’re feeling under the weather, or if you just love a great nourishing soup recipe!
Turkey (or Chicken) Rice Soup
Made with leftover turkey (or chicken), this easy one-pot soup includes lots of vegetables, nutritious wild rice, and a terrific method for skipping the fatty cream or half-and-half while still creating a luxuriously creamy soup!
Coconut Chicken Curry Soup
This healthy Chicken Curry Soup is bursting with flavor from rich curry and coconut milk, with an added kick from the optional jalapeños. It can easily be made on the stovetop or Instant Pot.
Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup
Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup is an easy, dump and go soup recipe that the whole family will love! It’s hearty, flavorful and it’s great for meal prep!
Creamy Asian Chicken Noodle Soup
The BEST Asian chicken noodle soup filled with authentic flavors like ginger, garlic, soy sauce, roasted chicken, vegetables and coconut milk!
Three Bean Chicken Soup
Three Bean Chicken Soup is a healthy soup for cold, winter nights and chilly weekend days at home. Packed with protein both from the chicken and beans, this is a complete meal in a tasty bowl.
Immunity-Boosting Turmeric Chicken Soup
It’s the season of the dreaded cold and flu and this immunity-boosting turmeric chicken soup recipe is just what the doctor ordered. This decadent soup will keep your body feeling strong and energized year round! The recipe for this turmeric chicken soup includes carrots, parsnips, kale, bone broth, and more for an immunity-boosting incredible meal.
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Cover Image: Easy Lentil Ground Turkey Soup Recipe via Nibble and Dine