Best 8 Quick N Easy Meatball Soup Recipes

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When it comes to quick and easy meals, a meatball soup can be a lifesaver. Packed with flavor and comfort, this soup can be whipped up in no time and with minimal effort. With the right ingredients and a few simple steps, you can have a hearty and delicious meal that the whole family will love. Whether you're using frozen or homemade meatballs, the key to a successful meatball soup is finding the right balance of flavors. So grab your pot, gather your ingredients, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create the ultimate quick n' easy meatball soup.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

EASY MEATBALL SOUP



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This hearty, easy meatball soup combines Italian-style meatballs, chopped veggies and pasta, all simmered in a rich tomato broth. Add a side of your favorite salad, and you've got dinner!

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories     Soup

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 ½ lb lean ground beef (or ground chicken or ground turkey)
2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced
1 raw egg, whisked
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/3 cup plain bread crumbs
2 tsp dry oregano
½ tsp sweet paprika
Kosher salt and black pepper to taste
½ to 1 cup fresh chopped parsley
Extra virgin olive oil (I used Private Reserve EVOO)
Extra virgin olive oil (Private Reserve EVOO)
1 small onion, chopped (about ½ cup)
2 carrots, chopped
1 small green bell pepper, cored and chopped
2 celery stalks, peeled and chopped
1 to 2 garlic cloves, minced
5 to 6 cups broth (vegetable or beef broth)
1 28-oz can peeled tomatoes with juices
1 tsp dry oregano
½ tsp paprika
Salt and pepper
¾ cup dry small pasta like ditalini or small shells
½ cup chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Place the meatball ingredients in one large mixing bowl. Drizzle a little extra virgin olive oil. Mix until the meat mixture is well incorporated.
  • Form the mixture into meatballs about 1 ½ tbsp each (whatever size you choose, stick to it). Arrange the meatballs on a large, lightly oiled sheet pan and broil for 5 to 8 minutes until browned (they will cook some more in the soup).
  • In a large pot, heat about 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil over medium-high heat. Add onions, carrots, celery, bell peppers, and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.
  • Add broth and tomatoes. Season with oregano, paprika, salt and pepper. Cook over mediu/medium-high heat for 10 minutes.
  • Add the meatballs and pasta. Cook for 10 minutes or until pasta is cooked.
  • Remove from heat and stir in parsley. Transfer to serving bowls, and if you like sprinkle a bit more grated Parmesan cheese. If you like heat, add some crushed pepper flakes. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297 calories, Sugar 5 g, Sodium 1448.1 mg, Fat 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 0.1 g, Carbohydrate 22.4 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 32 g, Cholesterol 101.2 mg

MEATBALL SOUP



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This meatball soup recipe is a hearty meal. It's great for chilly days. -Sue Miller, Walworth, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 egg, lightly beaten
1/4 cup dry bread crumbs
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt, optional
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
4 cups reduced-sodium beef broth
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes
1 medium carrot, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 cup uncooked tiny shell pasta
Minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1-in. balls. Brown meatballs in a large saucepan; drain. Add broth, beans, tomatoes, carrot and Italian seasoning. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes., Add pasta; simmer until meat is no longer pink and pasta is tender, 10 minutes longer. If desired, top with minced fresh parsley and additional grated Parmesan cheese. Freeze Option: Divide cooled soup in 1-1/2 cup portions; freeze up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 778mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

QUICK AND EASY MEATBALL SOUP



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Make and share this Quick and Easy Meatball Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by A dash of nut Meg

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (15 -18 ounce) package frozen italian style meatballs
2 (14 ounce) cans Italian-style stewed tomatoes, undrained
2 (14 ounce) cans beef broth
1 (14 ounce) can mixed vegetables
1/2 cup rotini pasta, uncooked (more if you like, you could really use any type of small pasta)
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves

Steps:

  • Thaw meatballs in microwave according to package directions.
  • Combine meatballs, tomatoes with juice, broth, vegetables, rotini and oregano in large saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat.
  • Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 15 minutes or until pasta is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192, Fat 2.9, SaturatedFat 0.1, Cholesterol 2, Sodium 2179.7, Carbohydrate 33, Fiber 5.7, Sugar 12.5, Protein 11.5

QUICK N' EASY MEATBALLS N' GRAVY



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Make and share this Quick n' Easy Meatballs N' Gravy recipe from Food.com.

Provided by TXHomemaker

Categories     Meat

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 lb ground beef, salted & peppered
1 envelope dry onion soup mix
1 can cream of mushroom soup
1 3/4 cups water

Steps:

  • Form ground meat into small meatballs and fry in frying pan until all sides are brown.
  • Pour off most of fat and add, mushroom soup, water& onion soup mix.
  • Simmer until gravy is thickened.
  • Serve over rice or cooked noodles.

EASY MEATBALL SOUP



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There's the kind of meatball soup that takes all day to prepare. And then there's this Easy Meatball Soup. Find out just how easy it is right here.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Meal Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing
4 stalks celery, finely chopped
2 carrots, peeled, chopped
1 onion, chopped
24 small frozen fully cooked meatballs (1/2 oz. each)
1 lb. red potatoes (about 3), peeled, chopped
2 cups water
1 can (14-1/2 oz.) fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup frozen peas
1/4 cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • Heat dressing in large saucepan on medium-high heat. Add celery, carrots and onions; stir. Cook 5 min. or until vegetables are crisp-tender, stirring occasionally.
  • Add meatballs, potatoes, water and broth; stir. Bring to boil; simmer on medium-low heat 45 min. or until potatoes are tender.
  • Stir in peas and cheese; cook 1 to 2 min. or until heated through, stirring frequently. Sprinkle with basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Sodium 790 mg, Carbohydrate 26 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 6 g, Protein 14 g

QUICK 'N EASY MEATBALL SOUP



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Here's a very easy recipe for a hearty meatball soup for people who are too busy to make the meatballs themselves.

Provided by groovinchic

Categories     Soup

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth, divided
¼ cup diced white onion
2 teaspoons minced garlic
24 frozen cooked Italian-style meatballs
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can mixed vegetables, drained
1 (14.5 ounce) can Italian-style diced tomatoes
½ cup dried small pasta shells
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried cilantro
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Stir 2 teaspoons chicken broth, white onion, and garlic together in a pot over medium-high heat; cook until the onion is tender, about 5 minutes. Pour remaining chicken broth into the pot; bring to a soft boil. Add meatballs, garbanzo beans, kidney beans, mixed vegetables, pasta shells, ground ginger, oregano, basil, and cilantro; season with salt and pepper. Stirring occasionally, bring soup to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and cook at a simmer until the pasta shells are tender and meatballs are heated through, 12 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337 calories, Carbohydrate 33.9 g, Cholesterol 73.4 mg, Fat 12.1 g, Fiber 8.1 g, Protein 21.7 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 1223.4 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

QUICK AND SIMPLE MEATBALLS



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Keep a batch of these meatballs in your freezer for an easy weeknight meal. This simple meatball recipe can be used for pizzas, sub sandwiches, in soups and more. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 24 meatballs.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 large eggs
1/4 cup water
1 small onion, finely chopped
1-1/3 cups soft bread crumbs
2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds ground beef

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, combine eggs, water, onion, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic and seasonings; mix well. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. Place meatballs on greased racks in shallow baking pans. Bake, uncovered, until no longer pink, 15-18 minutes. , Freeze option: Freeze cooled meatballs in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in the microwave.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276 calories, Fat 17g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 122mg cholesterol, Sodium 533mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 24g protein.

QUICK 'N EASY MEATBALL SOUP



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Here's a very easy recipe for a hearty meatball soup for people who are too busy to make the meatballs themselves.

Provided by groovinchic

Categories     Soup

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth, divided
¼ cup diced white onion
2 teaspoons minced garlic
24 frozen cooked Italian-style meatballs
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can mixed vegetables, drained
1 (14.5 ounce) can Italian-style diced tomatoes
½ cup dried small pasta shells
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried cilantro
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Stir 2 teaspoons chicken broth, white onion, and garlic together in a pot over medium-high heat; cook until the onion is tender, about 5 minutes. Pour remaining chicken broth into the pot; bring to a soft boil. Add meatballs, garbanzo beans, kidney beans, mixed vegetables, pasta shells, ground ginger, oregano, basil, and cilantro; season with salt and pepper. Stirring occasionally, bring soup to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and cook at a simmer until the pasta shells are tender and meatballs are heated through, 12 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337 calories, Carbohydrate 33.9 g, Cholesterol 73.4 mg, Fat 12.1 g, Fiber 8.1 g, Protein 21.7 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 1223.4 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right ground meat: Ground beef, pork, or turkey can all be used to make meatballs. For a richer flavor, use a combination of meats.
  • Season the meatballs well: Use a variety of herbs and spices to flavor the meatballs. Common choices include garlic, onion, basil, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  • Don't overmix the meatballs: Overmixing will make the meatballs tough. Mix the ingredients just until they are combined.
  • Brown the meatballs before adding them to the soup: Browning the meatballs will help to lock in the flavor and prevent them from falling apart in the soup.
  • Use a good quality broth: The broth is the base of the soup, so it's important to use a good quality broth. You can use store-bought broth or make your own.
  • Add vegetables to the soup: Vegetables add flavor, texture, and nutrients to the soup. Common choices include carrots, celery, onions, potatoes, and tomatoes.
  • Simmer the soup for at least 30 minutes: Simmering the soup will help to develop the flavors and make the meatballs tender.
  • Serve the soup with your favorite toppings: Common toppings for meatball soup include grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, and crusty bread.

Conclusion:

Meatball soup is a hearty and flavorful soup that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's a great way to use up leftover ground meat and vegetables, and it can be made in a variety of ways to suit your own taste. Whether you like your soup thick or thin, spicy or mild, there's a meatball soup recipe out there for you. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give meatball soup a try.

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