Copycat soup recipes are kinda great because you can have the comforting tasty flavors of restaurant soups without having to go to a restaurant.
You can just recreate a famous restaurant soup, serve yourself up a bowl, sit down on a couch, and turn on your favorite series. No drive time and no waiting for your order to arrive.
And if you’re a fan of lazy nights in and comforting restaurant-style recipes, then these copycat soups will probably hit the spot.
1. Chicken Noodle Soup – Panera
Honestly, Panera is probably one of my favorite fast casual restaurants. It’s relaxing and they have predictably good food. And if you like their chicken noodle soup, then this make at home recipe has probably got you covered.
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This list of copycat soups wouldn’t be complete if I didn’t include a few recipes from a very famous major restaurant chain (Olive Garden).
And if you love their hearty, savory soups, then you can always make it from the comfort of your own home. Also, it looks like a satisfying way to end the day after being out in the cold.
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I’m gonna go out on a limb and say that I think this homemade copycat recipe looks a whole lot better than the restaurant version. But that’s just my opinion!
Also, if you’re craving something creamy, bacony, savory, and hearty, then this recipe needs to be on your list of copy cat soup recipes to try.
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Ok, I haven’t had Chick Fil A’s soups before, but now I really want their chicken tortilla soup. It honestly looks really creamy, savory, and satisfying.
Also, I feel like tortilla soups are one of the most satisfying soups you can have, and they’re so versatile. You can change up the toppings and make an ordinary weeknight just a bit more fun.
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I’ve always been a big fan of corn chowder; the flavors and textures are always so satisfying and comforting.
And if you’re in the mood for a creamy cozy soup like this, then you might wanna make this one of the copied soup recipes you try.
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I could see myself serving up a huge bowl of this and pairing it with some freshly made cornbread. I feel like that would be a ridiculously good dinner.
Also, it’s filled with savory chicken, spices, lime, cilantro, hominy, and hearty veggies. Perfect for a cozy meal at home!
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Panera is one of the most popular restaurants out there and it feels like everyone loves their soups. And that’s why I’ve included their soups more than once on this list.
So if you’re a big fan of their French onion soup, but you don’t wanna head to the restaurant, then you can make this homemade copycat version in the comfort of your own home.
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Another super satisfying restaurant soup you can make from home without wasting your gas and money on a random weeknight. Also, with some crumpled-up tortilla chips on top, I bet it tastes amazing.
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I love gnocchi, and this chicken gnocchi copycat soup looks a whole lot better than what I’ve gotten at the restaurant. No offense to them, it just looks so cozy and filling.
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If you’re a fan of this classic Italian soup, then this might be a great one to pair with some freshly baked bread and tasty pasta.
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I love broccoli cheddar soup; something about the flavors just work so well together. And if you love the Panera version of this soup, then you might wanna grab the ingredients list before heading to the store.
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Tomato soup is such a great classic! And if you’re gonna make the Panera copycat version of this soup, then here’s my suggestion:
Make a grilled cheese where the bread has been dipped in egg and spices and cooked on each side (French toast style). It goes so well with tomato soup.
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I don’t care what time of year it is, it’s always gonna be a good time to make copycat Panera autumn squash soup. I mean, it looks so flavorful and cozy!
Also, it serves 6 people which makes it great for leftovers and less cooking throughout the week.
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Grace Moser is the author and founder of Chasing Foxes, where she writes articles to help women create a life they love in big and small ways. She's been a full-time traveler since 2016 and loves sharing her experiences and exploring the world with her husband, Silas. Her lifestyle and travel advice can also be seen on sites such as Business Insider, Glamour, Newsweek, Huffpost, & Apartment Therapy.