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Discover the best soup recipes for one! These easy single serving soups are made with simple ingredients, full of flavor, and perfectly portioned.

Four pictures of bowls of different types of soup.

Why You’ll Love These Recipes

  • Perfect Portions: Each recipe is a small batch soup made for one or two servings, so there are no leftovers to store.
  • Simple Ingredients: These easy soup recipes for one use pantry staples and fresh vegetables for effortless flavor.
  • Quick to Make: Most of these single serving soups are ready in 30 minutes or less.
  • Full of Flavor: Every bowl is comforting, homemade, and packed with delicious taste.

Each of these single serving soups is one I turn to when I want something warm and satisfying without a lot of fuss. They’re simple to make, use ingredients I almost always have on hand, and come together quickly—just the right amount for one comforting meal.

Soup Recipes

a blue bowl filled with lasagna soup topped with ricotta cheese and fresh basil.

Lasagna Soup For One

5 from 8 votes
This single serving Lasagna Soup is a hearty, one-pot meal made with lasagna noodles, seasoned ground beef, tomato sauce, and three cheeses. Rich, comforting, and easy to make.
Lasagna Soup Recipe
a single serving of broccoli cheddar soup with a spoon on the side.

Broccoli Cheddar Soup For One

4.85 from 45 votes
This single serve broccoli cheddar soup is rich, creamy, and full of flavor. Made with fresh broccoli, sharp cheddar, and simple ingredients, it’s an easy 30-minute meal for one.
Broccoli Cheddar Soup Recipe
a green bowl filled with creamy tomato soup topped with grated parmesan cheese next to a bowl of fresh tomatoes

Creamy Tomato Soup For One

5 from 8 votes
This single serving creamy tomato soup is a rich and flavorful dish made with aromatic vegetables, spices, canned tomatoes, and a touch of cream. Ready in just 30 minutes!
Creamy Tomato Soup Recipe
a bowl of cioppino filled with shrimp and white fish.

Cioppino For One

5 from 18 votes
Cioppino for One is a quick seafood stew made with shrimp, white fish, and a rich tomato broth. An easy one pot recipe that’s ready in 15 minutes.
Easy Cioppino Recipe
a bowl of cheeseburger soup topped with fresh shredded cheese and sliced green onions.

Cheeseburger Soup For One

5 from 5 votes
Enjoy a rich, creamy single serving cheeseburger soup packed with ground beef, fresh vegetables, and cheddar cheese. Ready in just 30 minutes!
Go To Recipe
a white bowl filled with curried butternut squash soup on top of a clear plate next to parsley

Curried Butternut Squash Soup For One

5 from 8 votes
Create a warming Curried Butternut Squash Soup in just 30 minutes! Easy, flavorful, and perfect for any meal – you'll love this cozy, comforting soup.
Curried Butternut Squash Soup
a bowl of taco soup topped with shredded cheese.

Taco Soup For One

5 from 10 votes
This single serving taco soup is packed with seasoned ground beef, black beans, corn, and tomatoes, creating a hearty and flavorful meal. It comes together in less than 30 minutes!
Taco Soup Recipe
a blue bowl filled with split pea soup next to an onion, celery, and several carrots on a silver tray

Split Pea Soup For One

5 from 13 votes
This hearty split pea soup is made with dried split peas, diced ham, and vegetables, all simmered together in a flavorful broth until tender. Simple, filling, and perfect for one.
Split Pea Soup Recipe
a blue bowl filled with french onion soup with a piece of french bread topped with melted cheese floating on top

French Onion Soup For One

4.94 from 29 votes
This single serving French Onion Soup features sweet caramelized onions in a savory broth, topped with crusty bread and melted Gruyere cheese. Rich, classic flavor without the leftovers.
French Onion Soup Recipe
a bowl of chicken tortilla soup with a spoon on the side next to tomatoes and onions.

Chicken Tortilla Soup For One

5 from 5 votes
This Chicken Tortilla Soup is a flavorful, easy-to-make dish featuring tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a warm, spiced broth. Perfect for a satisfying meal, it’s customizable with your favorite toppings like avocado, cheese, or tortilla strips.
Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe
a bowl of vegetable soup with a spoon on the side next to two carrots and an orange napkin

Vegetable Soup For One

5 from 17 votes
A simple single serving vegetable soup made with fresh vegetables, tender potatoes, and a flavorful broth, ready in 30 minutes for a light and satisfying meal.
Easy Vegetable Soup Recipe
a bowl of zuppa toscana for one person.

Zuppa Toscana For One

4.97 from 32 votes
This single serving Zuppa Toscana is a creamy, flavorful soup made with Italian sausage, potatoes, spinach, and a touch of cream. It’s a quick and easy version of the popular restaurant favorite, scaled down for one and ready in 30 minutes!
Zuppa Toscana Recipe
a yellow bowl filled with clam chowder topped with crumbled bacon

Clam Chowder For One

5 from 11 votes
This creamy New England clam chowder is packed with tender clams, bacon, and a hearty potato, all simmered in a rich, flavorful broth. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a warm and satisfying meal for one.
Easy Clam Chowder Recipe
a spoon filled with creamed black bean soup next to two avocados and an yellow napkin

Black Bean Soup For One

4.88 from 8 votes
This black bean soup is easy to make with canned beans combined with fresh ingredients. Cooks in just 30 minutes, this vegan and vegetarian soup is so delicious!
Southwestern Black Bean Soup
a white bowl filled with shrimp soup and rice noodles.

Small Batch Thai Shrimp Soup

4.84 from 6 votes
Enjoy a cozy bowl of homemade Thai Shrimp Soup with this easy recipe. Fresh, flavorful, and ready in minutes—perfect for a quick, delicious meal!
Thai Shrimp Soup Recipe
minestrone soup for one person in a white bowl.

Minestrone Soup For One

4.69 from 16 votes
This single serving minestrone soup is a hearty Italian classic made with vegetables, beans, and pasta in a flavorful broth. Easy to make and perfectly portioned for one.
Minestrone Soup Recipe
A bowl of carrot soup garnished with cilantro on a glass tray next to a glass of white wine and a bunch of cilantro.

Curried Carrot Soup For One

4.77 from 17 votes
This creamy carrot soup is made with fresh carrots, onions, ginger, warm spices, and coconut milk. Ready in less than 30 minutes and perfectly portioned for one.
Curried Carrot Soup Recipe
a bowl of white bean soup with bacon

White Bean Soup For One

4.93 from 28 votes
This easy one pot white bean soup is hearty, creamy, and full of flavor. Made with white beans, bacon, and rosemary, it’s a quick 30-minute meal perfect for one.
Easy White Bean Soup Recipe
pumpkin soup in a white bowl topped with pumpkin seeds and a drizzle of cream.

Pumpkin Soup For One

5 from 11 votes
A smooth and flavorful, single serving pumpkin soup made with canned pumpkin, onions, garlic, and warm spices. Cooks in one pot in just 20 minutes.
Pumpkin Soup Recipe
A bowl of chicken noodle soup with another bowl in the background.

Small Batch Chicken Noodle Soup

4.93 from 38 votes
Small batch chicken noodle soup made with tender chicken, hearty noodles, and fresh vegetables in a flavorful broth. Perfectly portioned for one or two servings.
Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe
a bowl of beef stew next to carrots and celery on a silver tray

Beef Stew For One

4.90 from 29 votes
One pot beef stew for one. Small Beef Stew recipe with tender beef, onions, carrots, and golden potatoes. Enjoy a cozy meal for one without the hassle.
Beef Stew Recipe
a blue bowl of potato soup with bacon on top.

Potato Soup For One

4.88 from 71 votes
This single serving potato soup is creamy, flavorful, and made with just one potato. Ready in 30 minutes, it’s the perfect comforting dish topped with cheese and crispy bacon.
Easy Potato Soup Recipe
a pink bowl filled with butternut squash soup on a silver tray

Instant Pot Butternut Squash Soup

5 from 4 votes
Single Serve Instant Pot butternut squash soup is a healthy and hearty soup recipe made in a pressure cooker. Get the slow simmered flavor in half the time with this flavorful butternut squash soup recipe.
Butternut Squash Soup Recipe
a blue bowl filled with chicken noodle soup on a yellow napkin next to fresh parsley

Instant Pot Chicken Noodle Soup For One

5 from 5 votes
Enjoy a quick & comforting single serving of Instant Pot Chicken Noodle Soup. Perfect for chilly days or a cozy pick-me-up with classic home flavors.
Instant Pot Chicken Noodle Soup

Sometimes, a comforting bowl of soup is all you need. These easy soup recipes are our absolute favorites and I hope you find a few you really enjoy.

Expert Tips

  • Double if Needed: To make two servings, simply double the ingredient amounts.
  • Make It Creamier: Stir in a little heavy cream or plain yogurt for a richer texture.
  • Freezing Tip: If your soup includes pasta, leave it out before freezing. Add cooked pasta when reheating to avoid mushy noodles.
  • Add a Garnish: Try toppings like crumbled bacon, shredded cheese, or fresh herbs for extra flavor and color.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I thin a soup that is too thick?

Gradually stir in small amounts of cream, broth, or water until the soup reaches your desired consistency.

What’s the best way to thicken a soup?

Simmer the soup uncovered to let excess liquid evaporate. You can also puree part of the soup with an immersion or stand blender, or stir in mashed potato flakes for a thicker texture.

Best Side Dishes To Serve With These Soup Recipes

a square piece of cornbread on a floral plate next to a pan filled with three squares of cornbread

Small Batch Cornbread

4.85 from 76 votes
This small batch of homemade cornbread is tender, moist, and perfectly golden, with just the right balance of sweetness. Baked in a small pan or skillet, it’s ideal for one or two servings.
Cornbread Recipe
a loaf of french bread on a dark counter.

Small Loaf French Bread

4.95 from 204 votes
This small batch French bread recipe makes a single loaf with a crisp crust and soft interior. Simple ingredients and easy steps yield bakery-quality results at home.
French Bread Recipe
an avocado salad with berries and nuts topped with a blueberry vinaigrette.

Avocado Salad For One

4.75 from 4 votes
This fresh avocado salad is made with leafy greens, berries, pecans, and feta, then topped with a homemade blueberry vinaigrette. It’s a light, flavorful salad that’s perfect for one.
Avocado Salad Recipe
a plate filled with crawfish beignets next to a bottle of hot sauce

Small Batch Crawfish Beignets

5 from 6 votes
Crispy Crawfish Beignets Recipe with spicy Remoulade Sauce – this New Orleans inspired small batch recipe yields 5-6 savory, fried crawfish-filled beignets and a side of easy to make Remoulade sauce. A Louisiana tradition, ready in minutes!
Crawfish Beignets Recipe
a ham and cheese scone topped with horseradish cream on a white plate.

Small Batch Ham and Cheese Scones

5 from 10 votes
Savory ham and cheese scones filled with diced ham, melted Gruyère cheese, and a touch of horseradish for subtle heat. Flaky, flavorful, and perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Ham and Cheese Scones Recipe
a salad filled with fresh tomatoes and onions in a yellow bowl.

Tomato Salad For One

5 from 4 votes
This simple, single serving tomato salad is made with fresh tomatoes, red onion, and capers, all tossed in a light olive oil and lemon dressing. It’s quick to make and full of bright, fresh flavor.
Tomato Salad Recipe

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6 Comments

  1. Celia Whitehead says:

    I just made a pot of your potato soup for one, it is delicious, I am just wondering how I missed these recipes for one before, I am so glad I found them, will be using these a lot now, this is better than having to keep cutting recipes in half…

  2. B corns says:

    Love your recipes

    1. Joanie Zisk says:

      Thank you!

  3. Barb Landes says:

    Love your recipes and many thanks for the nutritional information at the end of each one. Makes my life much easier when planning what to eat!

  4. DAVID KRAGER says:

    Your recipes and great and I thank you but where can I get that soup bowl shown in the French Onion Soup??

    1. Joanie Zisk says:

      Hi David,
      I’m glad you are enjoying the recipes, thank you! That beautiful bowl came from a gallery/shop in England. I fell in love with it and actually bought the same bowl in three colors. The website for the gallery is http://www.newashgate.org.uk/.
      Joanie