19 Viral Soups Everyone Is Making This Fall, and Your Family Will Beg for Seconds

Soup season is officially here, and a few cozy bowls have taken over our feeds this fall. TikTok posts about lasagna soup alone have pulled in about 180 million views. These viral soups are comforting, mostly one pot and ready in about an hour, so they fit real weeknights. Grab your biggest pot, because here are the ones everyone is making right now, with easy recipes you can cook tonight..

Viral Soups Start With Lasagna Soup

All the cozy flavor of a Sunday lasagna, in one pot and in under an hour. This is the soup that started the craze: a Buzzabout trend report counted about 180 million views on TikTok posts about it, and Google searches tripled in four weeks this fall. Broken lasagna noodles cook right in a garlicky tomato broth with sausage, and a cool spoonful of ricotta melts on top. Would you add spinach to yours?

You will need: 1 lb Italian sausage, 1 onion diced, 4 garlic cloves minced, 2 tbsp tomato paste, 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes, 6 cups chicken broth, 1 tsp Italian seasoning, 8 lasagna noodles broken, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1 cup ricotta, 1 cup shredded mozzarella, parmesan and basil to serve.

How to make it: Brown the sausage in a large pot and drain extra fat. Add the onion and cook 5 minutes, then the garlic and tomato paste for 1 minute. Stir in the tomatoes, broth and seasoning and bring to a boil. Add the noodles and simmer 12 to 15 minutes, stirring often, until tender. Stir in the cream. Serve topped with ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan and basil.

Chicken Alfredo Lasagna Soup

When lasagna soup took off, people started asking for a white version, and the Alfredo spin racked up millions of views on TikTok. It swaps the tomato broth for a garlicky parmesan cream with tender chicken and spinach. It tastes like fettuccine Alfredo and lasagna had a cozy little baby. Of all the viral soups this year, it might be the creamiest. Red or white: which lasagna soup team are you on?

You will need: 2 tbsp butter, 1 onion diced, 4 garlic cloves minced, 3 tbsp flour, 5 cups chicken broth, 1 1/2 cups milk, 8 lasagna noodles broken, 2 cups shredded cooked chicken, 2 cups baby spinach, 1 cup grated parmesan, 1/2 cup heavy cream, salt and pepper, ricotta to serve.

How to make it: Melt the butter in a large pot and cook the onion 5 minutes. Add the garlic and flour and stir 1 minute. Slowly whisk in the broth and milk and bring to a gentle boil. Add the noodles and simmer 12 to 15 minutes until tender. Stir in the chicken, spinach, parmesan and cream until the spinach wilts. Season and top each bowl with ricotta.

Creamy Sausage Tortellini Soup Tops the Viral Soups List

Tortellini soup is having a huge moment. Buzzabout tracked about 59 million TikTok views on the trend, and searches rose more than three times in a month. This creamy tomato version is the one people make on repeat: spicy sausage, cheese tortellini from the fridge case and a handful of spinach at the end. It is ready in about 30 minutes.

You will need: 1 lb Italian sausage, 1 onion diced, 3 garlic cloves minced, 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes, 4 cups chicken broth, 1 tsp Italian seasoning, 1 (20 oz) package refrigerated cheese tortellini, 3/4 cup heavy cream, 3 cups baby spinach, parmesan to serve.

How to make it: Brown the sausage in a pot and drain extra fat. Add the onion for 5 minutes, then the garlic for 1 minute. Pour in the tomatoes, broth and seasoning and simmer 10 minutes. Add the tortellini and cook 3 to 5 minutes until tender. Stir in the cream and spinach until wilted. Serve with lots of parmesan.

Tomato Basil Tortellini Soup in 20 Minutes

No sausage? No problem. This meatless take keeps the tortellini but leans on a simple tomato and basil broth. It is the soup you make on a busy Tuesday when everyone is hungry and tired. A splash of cream turns the broth silky, and a big shower of parmesan makes it feel special. Kids love fishing out the little pasta pockets.

You will need: 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 small onion diced, 3 garlic cloves minced, 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes, 3 cups vegetable broth, 1 tsp sugar, 1 (9 oz) package cheese tortellini, 1/3 cup heavy cream, 1/2 cup fresh basil, salt, pepper, parmesan.

How to make it: Heat the oil in a pot and cook the onion 5 minutes. Add the garlic for 30 seconds. Stir in the tomatoes, broth and sugar and simmer 10 minutes. Add the tortellini and cook until tender, about 4 minutes. Stir in the cream and torn basil, season with salt and pepper and top with parmesan.

Salsa Verde White Chicken Chili

White chicken chili was one of the most loved bowls of the season, and TikTok versions have racked up millions of views. Our shortcut uses a jar of salsa verde for big tangy flavor without roasting a single pepper. Cream cheese makes it rich, and white beans make it hearty enough for game day. Like most viral soups, the toppings are half the fun: avocado, sour cream, cilantro and crunchy chips.

You will need: 1 tbsp oil, 1 onion diced, 3 garlic cloves minced, 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp chili powder, 1 (16 oz) jar salsa verde, 3 cups chicken broth, 2 (15 oz) cans white beans drained, 1 cup corn, 3 cups shredded cooked chicken, 4 oz cream cheese, 1 lime, toppings of your choice.

How to make it: Cook the onion in the oil 5 minutes, then add the garlic and spices for 1 minute. Add the salsa verde, broth, beans and corn and simmer 15 minutes. Mash a few beans against the pot to thicken. Stir in the chicken and cream cheese until melted and smooth. Finish with a squeeze of lime and add your toppings.

Marry Me Gnocchi Soup Is Pure Comfort

Named after the famous marry me chicken, this soup is creamy, garlicky and full of sun-dried tomatoes and parmesan. One TikTok video of it was liked well over a million times. It is one of the richest viral soups on this list. Store bought gnocchi turn soft and pillowy in the broth. It is the kind of bowl you make for someone you love. Who would you make it for? A) your partner B) the kids C) friends D) just me.

You will need: 1 lb chicken breast diced, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 small onion diced, 4 garlic cloves minced, 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped, 1 tsp Italian seasoning, 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes, 4 cups chicken broth, 1 cup heavy cream, 1 lb potato gnocchi, 3/4 cup grated parmesan, 2 cups spinach, fresh basil.

How to make it: Brown the chicken in the oil and set aside. Cook the onion 4 minutes, then the garlic, sun-dried tomatoes and spices for 1 minute. Add the broth and cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Add the gnocchi and chicken and cook about 4 minutes until the gnocchi float. Stir in the parmesan and spinach until melted and wilted. Top with basil.

Chicken Gnocchi Soup Like Your Favorite Restaurant

This copycat of a well known Italian chain soup is a classic for good reason. It is creamy and mild, with tender chicken, carrots, celery and soft gnocchi in every spoonful. Kids love it, and it reheats well for lunch the next day. Make a double batch and freeze half without the gnocchi for a busy night later this fall.

You will need: 2 tbsp butter, 1 onion diced, 2 carrots diced, 2 celery ribs diced, 3 garlic cloves minced, 1/4 cup flour, 4 cups chicken broth, 1 1/2 cups half and half, 2 cups shredded cooked chicken, 1 lb potato gnocchi, 1 cup chopped spinach, 1/2 tsp thyme, salt and pepper.

How to make it: Melt the butter and cook the onion, carrots and celery 7 minutes. Add the garlic and flour and stir 1 minute. Whisk in the broth, then the half and half, and simmer until slightly thick. Add the chicken, gnocchi and thyme and cook 4 minutes. Stir in the spinach, season and serve hot.

Viral Soups With a Restaurant Twist: Zuppa Toscana Style

Spicy sausage, tender potato slices, dark leafy kale and a creamy broth with crispy bacon on top. This restaurant favorite is easy to make at home for a lot less money. Slice the potatoes thin so they cook fast, and add the kale right at the end so it stays bright. Serve with a warm loaf of bread for dipping. Do you like it spicy or mild?

You will need: 1 lb hot Italian sausage, 4 slices bacon chopped, 1 onion diced, 3 garlic cloves minced, 6 cups chicken broth, 4 medium russet potatoes thinly sliced, 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes, 1 cup heavy cream, 4 cups chopped kale, salt and pepper.

How to make it: Cook the bacon until crisp and set aside. Brown the sausage in the drippings and drain. Add the onion for 5 minutes and the garlic for 1 minute. Pour in the broth, add the potatoes and pepper flakes and simmer 15 minutes until tender. Stir in the cream and kale and cook 3 minutes. Top with the bacon.

Taco Soup, the Dump and Go Classic

Not all viral soups are new. Taco soup is a church potluck legend for a reason. You brown some beef, open a few cans, and about 30 minutes later dinner is done. It tastes like taco night in a bowl, and everyone can build their own with cheese, sour cream, avocado and crushed tortilla chips. It also freezes beautifully, so make a big pot and save some for later.

You will need: 1 lb ground beef, 1 onion diced, 2 tbsp taco seasoning, 1 tbsp dry ranch seasoning, 1 (15 oz) can black beans, 1 (15 oz) can pinto beans, 1 (15 oz) can corn, 2 (10 oz) cans diced tomatoes with green chiles, 2 cups beef broth, cheese, sour cream, avocado and chips to top.

How to make it: Brown the beef with the onion and drain the fat. Stir in the seasonings. Add the beans, corn and tomatoes with their liquid, plus the broth. Simmer 20 minutes, stirring now and then. Ladle into bowls and add cheese, sour cream, avocado and crushed chips.

Cheeseburger Soup, One of the Most Fun Viral Soups

Everything you love about a cheeseburger, in a creamy cheddar soup. Ground beef, potatoes and veggies simmer together, then a pile of shredded cheese melts in. Top it like a burger with bacon, diced pickles and a few sesame seeds, and serve a toasted bun for dipping. Kids go wild for it. What is your must have burger topping? A) pickles B) bacon C) onions D) extra cheese.

You will need: 1 lb ground beef, 1 onion diced, 2 carrots diced, 2 celery ribs diced, 3 cups diced potatoes, 3 cups chicken broth, 4 tbsp butter, 1/4 cup flour, 1 1/2 cups milk, 2 cups shredded cheddar, 1/2 cup sour cream, 1 tsp yellow mustard, salt, pepper, bacon and pickles to top.

How to make it: Brown the beef with the onion, carrots and celery, then drain. Add the potatoes and broth and simmer 15 minutes until tender. In a small pan, melt the butter, stir in the flour, then whisk in the milk until thick. Stir this into the soup, then add the cheddar, sour cream and mustard until melted. Season and top with bacon and pickles.

Egg Roll Soup, All the Flavor Without the Frying

If you love the inside of an egg roll, this is one of the viral soups for you. Ground pork, shredded cabbage and carrots simmer in a ginger, garlic and soy broth that is light but full of flavor. A bag of coleslaw mix makes it extra fast. The fun part is the topping: crispy wonton strips and a drizzle of chili oil for crunch and a little heat.

You will need: 1 lb ground pork, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 4 garlic cloves minced, 1 tbsp grated ginger, 6 cups chicken broth, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 (14 oz) bag coleslaw mix, 4 green onions sliced, wonton strips, chili oil, sesame seeds.

How to make it: Brown the pork in the sesame oil and drain extra fat. Add the garlic and ginger for 1 minute. Pour in the broth, soy sauce and vinegar and bring to a simmer. Add the coleslaw mix and cook 5 minutes until just tender. Stir in the green onions. Top bowls with wonton strips, chili oil and sesame seeds.

Cowboy Soup for Hungry Crowds

Cowboy soup is a hearty, everything in the pot kind of meal: ground beef, potatoes, beans, corn and tomatoes in a smoky, slightly spicy broth. It is thick like chili but brothy enough to dunk your bread in. Want even more cozy bowls? Our hearty fall soups you will want to make every week are full of them. Make this one a day ahead; it tastes even better.

You will need: 1 1/2 lb ground beef, 1 onion diced, 1 bell pepper diced, 3 garlic cloves minced, 2 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 2 potatoes diced, 1 (15 oz) can pinto beans, 1 (15 oz) can corn, 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes, 1 (10 oz) can tomatoes with green chiles, 4 cups beef broth, salt.

How to make it: Brown the beef with the onion and pepper and drain. Add the garlic and spices for 1 minute. Add the potatoes, beans, corn, both cans of tomatoes and the broth. Simmer 25 to 30 minutes until the potatoes are tender. Season with salt and serve with cornbread or crusty bread.

Stuffed Pepper Soup Without the Stuffing Work

Love stuffed peppers but not the work? This soup gives you the same flavors with none of the fuss. Chopped bell peppers and ground beef simmer in a savory tomato broth, and rice goes in each bowl. Cook the rice separately so it does not soak up all the broth overnight. Like many viral soups, the leftovers make an easy lunch all week long.

You will need: 1 lb ground beef, 1 onion diced, 3 bell peppers chopped, 3 garlic cloves minced, 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes, 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes, 4 cups beef broth, 1 tsp Italian seasoning, 1 tsp paprika, 2 cups cooked rice, shredded mozzarella to top.

How to make it: Brown the beef with the onion and drain. Add the peppers and garlic and cook 5 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes, broth and seasonings. Simmer 20 minutes until the peppers are tender. Spoon rice into bowls, ladle the soup over it and top with mozzarella.

Viral Soups for Spice Lovers: Jalapeno Popper Chicken Soup

This creamy, cheesy soup tastes just like the party appetizer. Cream cheese and cheddar melt into a chicken broth with fresh jalapenos and sweet corn. Remove the seeds if you want it mild, or leave a few in if you love heat. Crispy bacon and crushed crackers on top add the crunch of a real popper. How spicy do you go? A) mild B) medium C) bring the heat.

You will need: 4 slices bacon chopped, 1 onion diced, 3 jalapenos seeded and diced, 3 garlic cloves minced, 4 cups chicken broth, 2 cups diced potatoes, 1 cup corn, 3 cups shredded cooked chicken, 8 oz cream cheese cubed, 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar, green onions, crackers.

How to make it: Cook the bacon until crisp and set aside. In the drippings, cook the onion and jalapenos 5 minutes and the garlic 1 minute. Add the broth and potatoes and simmer 15 minutes. Stir in the corn, chicken and cream cheese until smooth. Add the cheddar until melted. Top with bacon, green onions, sliced jalapeno and crushed crackers.

Chicken Enchilada Soup With All the Toppings

All the flavor of a pan of enchiladas, without rolling a single tortilla. Red enchilada sauce, chicken, black beans and corn simmer together, then melted cheese and crispy tortilla strips go on top. A spoonful of sour cream cools it down. It is a fun Taco Tuesday swap the whole family will love, and it is ready in about 25 minutes.

You will need: 1 tbsp oil, 1 onion diced, 2 garlic cloves minced, 1 (10 oz) can red enchilada sauce, 3 cups chicken broth, 1 (15 oz) can black beans drained, 1 cup corn, 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes, 3 cups shredded cooked chicken, 1 tsp cumin, Monterey Jack cheese, tortilla strips, avocado, sour cream, cilantro, lime.

How to make it: Cook the onion in the oil 5 minutes and the garlic 1 minute. Add the enchilada sauce, broth, beans, corn, tomatoes and cumin and simmer 15 minutes. Stir in the chicken to heat through. Ladle into bowls and top with cheese, tortilla strips, avocado, sour cream, cilantro and a squeeze of lime.

Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup That Feels Like a Hug

Bright, lemony and so comforting, this is the soup to make on a gray, chilly evening. Tender chicken and little orzo pasta float in a golden broth. A whisked egg and lemon mixture, a trick from Greek avgolemono, makes the broth silky without any cream. It is one of the lighter viral soups here, but still filling, and the smell alone will bring everyone to the kitchen.

You will need: 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 onion diced, 2 carrots diced, 2 celery ribs diced, 3 garlic cloves minced, 8 cups chicken broth, 1 lb chicken breast, 1 cup orzo, 2 eggs, juice of 2 lemons, fresh dill, salt and pepper.

How to make it: Cook the vegetables in the oil 6 minutes and the garlic 1 minute. Add the broth and whole chicken breasts and simmer 15 minutes. Remove and shred the chicken. Add the orzo and cook 8 minutes. Whisk the eggs and lemon juice, then slowly whisk in 1 cup of hot broth. Stir it back into the pot off the heat, add the chicken and dill and season.

Creamy Tuscan White Bean Soup

This one proves a cozy soup can be cheap and meatless. Creamy white beans, garlic, rosemary and tomatoes simmer together, and a few beans get mashed to make the broth thick and velvety. Stir in kale or spinach at the end, and finish each bowl with good olive oil and parmesan. It is a great Meatless Monday pick.

You will need: 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 onion diced, 2 carrots diced, 4 garlic cloves minced, 1 tsp dried rosemary, 2 (15 oz) cans cannellini beans, 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes, 4 cups vegetable broth, 3 cups chopped kale, parmesan, salt and pepper.

How to make it: Cook the onion and carrots in the oil 6 minutes. Add the garlic and rosemary for 1 minute. Add the beans, tomatoes and broth and simmer 15 minutes. Mash about a third of the beans against the pot to thicken. Stir in the kale for 3 minutes, season and serve with olive oil and parmesan.

Slow Cooker Chicken and Vegetable Soup

Some nights you need a soup that cooks itself. Put chicken thighs, potatoes, carrots and celery in the slow cooker in the morning, and dinner is waiting when you walk in the door. Thighs stay juicy over the long cook, and a squeeze of lemon at the end makes everything taste fresh. Do you use your slow cooker more in the fall?

You will need: 1 1/2 lb boneless chicken thighs, 3 potatoes diced, 3 carrots sliced, 2 celery ribs sliced, 1 onion diced, 3 garlic cloves minced, 6 cups chicken broth, 1 tsp thyme, 1 bay leaf, 1 cup frozen peas, salt, pepper, lemon.

How to make it: Add everything except the peas and lemon to the slow cooker. Cook on low 7 to 8 hours or on high 4 hours. Remove the chicken, shred it and return it to the pot with the peas. Cook 10 minutes more. Remove the bay leaf, season and add a squeeze of lemon.

Cabbage Soup, the Budget Hero of Viral Soups

Cabbage is one of the cheapest vegetables in the store, and this soup turns one head into a big pot of dinner. Cabbage, carrots, celery and tomatoes simmer in a savory broth until tender. Add smoked sausage for a heartier bowl, or keep it all veggie. It tastes even better the next day. Which of these viral soups will you make first?

You will need: 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 onion diced, 2 carrots diced, 2 celery ribs diced, 3 garlic cloves minced, 1 small head cabbage chopped, 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes, 6 cups broth, 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp Italian seasoning, 12 oz smoked sausage sliced (optional), parsley.

How to make it: Cook the onion, carrots and celery in the oil 6 minutes. Add the garlic and sausage and cook 3 minutes. Add the cabbage, tomatoes, broth and seasonings. Simmer 25 minutes until the cabbage is soft. Season with salt and pepper and top with parsley.