30 Chicken Soup Instant Pot Recipes That Will Make Any Meal Cozier!

October 25, 2024
Written by Kristy J. Norton

Making chicken soup can be a rather time consuming affair, which is why you will be pleased to know that an Instant Pot can hurry up the process while still producing delicious results! These chicken soup Instant Pot recipes will show you all the ways that you can whip up the most incredible soups! 

chicken soup instant pot

1. Simple Chicken Soup 

This is the recipe to follow if you want a straightforward and healthy chicken soup - there are minimal components and you get all the flavors from largely natural ingredients. Simply add a whole chicken along with onion, carrot, celery, and fish sauce along with water. Then, pressure cook until the chicken is falling apart, shred, and add back to the soup! 

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Simple Chicken Soup 

2. Aromatic Chicken Soup 

If you need a bit more flavor to your soup, then this recipe is the one for you! Here, onions, garlic, and ginger add a gorgeous aromatic element to the soup while still keeping things simple. Place the veggies and aromatics at the bottom of the Instant Pot and add the chicken on top. Pour water into the pot and then cook until the chicken is tender enough to be shredded! 

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Aromatic Chicken Soup 

3. Chicken Noodle Soup 

It doesn't get any cozier than a chicken noodle soup does it? Make this delicious and warming soup whenever you are feeling down! First, saute the veggies in butter in the Instant Pot. Then, pour in herbs, broth, water, and chicken and pressure cook. When the chicken is tender, remove and shred while adding in the noodles and cooking until done. Add the chicken back in and serve! 

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Chicken Noodle Soup 

4. Garlicky Chicken Soup  

If you love garlic then you are going to fall head over heels for this recipe - it uses two heads of garlic! Saute the aromatics in the Instant Pot and then add in chopped chicken, veggies, herbs, bone broth, broth, and seasonings. Pressure cook all of this until everything is tender and serve! 

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Garlicky Chicken Soup  

5. Lemon Chicken Soup 

 If you would like to brighten up your soup,follow this recipe for some added zest! Simply add chicken, stock, herbs, seasoning (including lemon pepper), and veggies to the Instant Pot. Pressure cook until tender and then stir in lemon juice, spinach, and thyme for the final touches! 

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Lemon Chicken Soup 

6. Chicken Soup with Parsnips

This is a great recipe to check out if you want to try out some different veggies with your chicken soup! The parsnips aren't the only standout point about this soup - it also has a broth that is full of fresh herbs, garlic, and aromatics. The tanginess of the lemon juice completes this incredible flavor profile! 

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Chicken Soup with Parsnips

7. Chicken Soup with Tomatoes

Tomatoes not only make this soup feel even cozier, they also add a delicious zest to the soup as well - this is a soup that is delightful at any time of the year! Chicken, veggies, tomato paste, herbs, stock, and seasonings round out the list of ingredients. This is all pressure cooked until tender and flavorful! 

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Chicken Soup with Tomatoes

8. Creamy Chicken Soup 

This recipe gives you the best of both worlds - it is creamy but uses low fat ingredients so that the soup is largely guilt free! Saute veggies, aromatics, herbs, and spices in the Instant Pot before pouring in the chicken broth along with the chicken and then pressure cook. Once done, stir in half and half, light cream cheese, and low fat cheddar! 

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Creamy Chicken Soup 

9. Mexican Chicken Soup

This yummy recipe really brings the flavor! To the Instant Pot, add chicken, roasted tomatillo salsa, sweet potatoes, garlic, carrots, stock, and lime juice. Cook all of this until tender and then puree some of the stock to make the soup creamy. Add in spinach and then top with avocado and cilantro! 

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Mexican Chicken Soup

10. Chicken Broccoli Soup  

This recipe is creamy, fragrant, and has enough meat and veggies to make it healthy too! For this recipe, pressure cook browned chicken, garlic, and broccoli in cream of chicken soup and water. Once the chicken is tender, shred, and return back to the soup. Serve the soup with cheese or sour cream. 

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Chicken Broccoli Soup  

11. Chicken Tortilla Soup 

Hearty and chock full of flavor, this soup is sure to be a hit with anyone who tries it! Add the chicken, broth, and the veggies to the Instant Pot and top with spices. When the chicken is cooked, shred, and add back to the pot along with lime juice and cilantro. Serve the soup with tortilla chips, avocado, or anything else you like! 

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Chicken Tortilla Soup 

12. Chicken Parmesan Soup 

If you love chicken parmesan, then this recipe is just the thing for you - it is the soup version of your favorite dish! This recipe uses cooked chicken. Start by pressure cooking pasta, broth, tomatoes, tomato sauce, and herbs. Then, stir in the chicken. Top the soup off with toasted and seasoned breadcrumbs as well as parmesan and mozzarella! 

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Chicken Parmesan Soup 

13. Creamy Lemony Chicken and Potato Soup

This is such a cozy and delicious soup that it feels like a hug in a bowl! All you have to do is add veggies, aromatics, herbs, chicken, and broth to the Instant Pot. Pressure cook until the chicken is tender and then stir in mascarpone cheese and lemon juice. Then, serve the soup with freshly cracked black pepper and parmesan cheese! 

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Creamy Lemony Chicken and Potato Soup

14. Chicken and Wild Rice Soup 

Wild rice adds nuttiness and texture to this creamy and yummy soup! Simply add in the veggies, wild rice, mushrooms, chicken, herbs, seasonings, and broth into the Instant Pot. Pressure cook until everything is tender and then stir in a roux to thicken up the soup! 

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Chicken and Wild Rice Soup 

15. Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup

Cozy and warming with a hint of tang, this soup has it all! Saute the aromatics and then add in the veggies, broth, and herbs along with the chicken. Pressure cook until the chicken can be shredded and then stir in the orzo. Cook until the orzo is done and stir in lemon juice! 

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Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup

16. Greek Chicken Soup 

This yummy Greek inspired chicken soup boasts all the flavors that you love about the cuisine! The soup is flavored by dill and oregano while lemon juice rounds out the flavor and adds tang. White rice helps to bulk up the soup! 

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Greek Chicken Soup 

17. Italian Chicken Soup 

If you prefer an Italian twist to your chicken soup, then try out this recipe instead! Cook the chicken, veggies, and Italian herbs in the Instant Pot. Then, shred the chicken and add to the soup along with cooked orzo, tomatoes, herbs, and cook for a little longer. Stir in lemon juice and serve with parmesan cheese and bread! 

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Italian Chicken Soup 

18. Chicken Gnocchi Soup  

Add an extra layer of coziness to your soup with gnocchi! Begin by pressure cooking the chicken, veggies, and herbs in broth. When done, add in uncooked gnocchi as well as half and half and simmer until the gnocchi is tender. Stir in kale and parmesan cheese and serve! 

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Chicken Gnocchi Soup  

19. Chicken Dumpling Soup

If gnocchi isn't really your thing, dumplings can also help to make your chicken soup even more comforting! Saute the veggies and aromatics before adding in chicken, broth, and dumpling dough - you can use homemade or store bought dough. Then, pressure cook everything, stir in peas and cream and enjoy! 

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Chicken Dumpling Soup

20. Buffalo Chicken Soup 

Put a delicious spin on your chicken soup with this yummy recipe! Start by pressure cooking the chicken, herbs, seasonings, and veggies in broth. When the chicken is cooked and shredded, stir in hot sauce, cheddar cheese, and blue cheese until melted. Serve and top each bowl off with more blue cheese and maybe even some more hot sauce! 

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Buffalo Chicken Soup 

21. Chicken Enchilada Soup 

If you are in the mood for both enchiladas and soup, here is how you can get the best of both worlds! Pour enchilada sauce, chicken, broth, tomatoes, black beans, corn, green chiles, and cumin into the Instant Pot and pressure cook. When the chicken is tender, shred and add back to the pot along with refried beans and cream cheese! 

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Chicken Enchilada Soup 

22. Chicken Posole Soup 

If you are looking to experiment with new flavors, then you definitely have to give this soup a try! Here, chicken, hominy, salsa verde, herbs, spices, and aromatics are all pressure cooked together. When done, stir in lime juice and serve! 

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Chicken Posole Soup 

23. Chicken Pho

This recipe makes it a breeze to whip up this flavorful soup at home! Start by sauteing aromatics in the Instant Pot and then add in whole spices followed by the chicken, apple, sugar, cilantro, and fish sauce. Pressure cook all of this and shred the chicken, adding to bowls with soaked rice noodles. Top off with the broth and your desired toppings! 

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Chicken Pho

24. Mushrooms and Kale Chicken Soup

Delicious and healthy, this is the perfect recipe when you want a light soup! Start by placing chicken and water in the Instant and pressure cooking. Then, shred the chicken and add in broth, seasonings, kale, and mushrooms. Pressure cook once more and then serve!

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Mushrooms and Kale Chicken Soup

25. Chicken Corn Chowder

This creamy and hearty soup will hit the spot when you need something that you can really sink your teeth into! This Instant Pot chowder is full of juicy chicken, sweet corn, and creamy potatoes all cooked in a rich and flavorful broth - bacon rounds out all this! 

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Chicken Corn Chowder

26. Chicken Barley Soup 

This wholesome soup is ideal when you are craving something more traditional! All you have to do is to add the chicken, veggies, herbs, and broth to the Instant Pot and pressure cook. Then, stir in barley and simmer until it is done! 

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Chicken Barley Soup 

27. Chicken and Lentil Soup 

Hearty, healthy, and packed with protein - this soup is so good for you and delicious to boot! Pour dried lentils, spices, seasonings, aromatics, and herbs into the Instant Pot along with chicken and broth. Then, pressure cook until the chicken is tender and enjoy!  

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Chicken and Lentil Soup 

28. Chicken Quinoa Veggie Soup 

This is another healthy recipe that has tons of flavor! Here, add chicken and quinoa to the Instant Pot as well as spices, veggies, and broth. Pressure cook this and then stir in beans and spinach before heating for a while and then serving! 

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Chicken Quinoa Veggie Soup 

29. Chicken and Bean Soup

This soup is incredibly hearty and just what you need for a filling and yummy meal! Simply add chicken, broth, herbs, and beans to the broth and pressure cook until tender. Stir in some lemon juice and serve with sour cream and herbs!

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Chicken and Bean Soup

30. Chicken Cilantro Soup 

Want fresh and bright flavors in your soup? Give this recipe a try! Saute garlic, green chillies, ginger, and cilantro in the Instant Pot. Then, add in peppercorns, chicken, and broth. Pressure cook and then strain the broth and shred the chicken. Saute veggies in the pot before then adding the chicken and broth and simmering for a while. Serve with pepper and more cilantro! 

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Chicken Cilantro Soup 

There you go - all the chicken soups you could possibly need and they can all be quickly whipped up in an Instant Pot! These recipes are going to come in handy in the colder months or just when you are in need of something cozy. In any case, go ahead and try them out! 

By Kristy J. Norton
I'm Kristy – a chef and connoisseur of all things BBQ! You can find me either in my kitchen (or someone else's) or at a big outdoor barbecue surrounded by friends and family. In both my professional and personal life I’ve picked up more than a few tips and tricks for turning out delicious food. I consider it a privilege to share it with others!
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