Soup and chilli carry a lot of nostalgia. On a cold winter’s day, there’s nothing like a steaming bowl of Panera’s broccoli cheddar soup or a quick cup of Wendy’s chilli. But sometimes you don’t want to wrap up and stroll to the nearest restaurant or takeaway window – or think of the fat, calories, and sodium associated with some of your favorites. Fear not, because we’ve cracked the code on these winter favorites to bring you healthy replica soup and chilli recipes from your favorite restaurants with a healthy twist. Make a large batch of these 16 popular recipes and keep them in the freezer to stay warm and cozy all winter long. Also, don’t miss the 45+ best healthy copycat restaurant recipes to try tonight.
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Wendy’s chili is definitely a comforting food. Now it’s even more convenient that you can do it at home, healthier and with all you can eat. Filled with kidney and pinto beans and packed full of flavor, this chili provides a leisurely meal full of nutrients, not sodium.
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Panera may be the pinnacle of soup and bread, but now they have competition. We created our own version of their broccoli cheddar soup. Filling, flavorful, and made in a saucepan, this soup saves you a trip to your local panera bread.
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Are you in the mood for soup and breadsticks from Olive Garden? Good news – you can now bring the great taste of Italian pasta home without paying for it! Our copycat recipe for Olive Garden’s pasta fagioli soup is packed with carrots, kidney beans, white beans and of course Ditalini noodles, perfect for a protein-rich meal with an Italian flair.
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Organize yourself thin
This healthy version of the Olive Garden favorite is packed with protein. Kale and potatoes are high in fiber, and Italian sausages are high in vitamin B12 and high in iron. Curl up with this leisurely recipe while your body and wallet thank you for it.
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Rachel Cooks
Break your Panera cravings by making your own version of their pumpkin soup at home! This vegetarian version features healthy apple cider, hearty butternut squash, and seasonal spices like curry powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
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Half-baked harvest
Take savory foods to the next level with this copycat chipotle bean chili. White beans, pinto beans, kidney beans, and black beans cooked in vegetable broth provide a nutritious balance, while spices like cumin and cayenne pepper add just the right amount of heat to warm you up.
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Monkey and Me Kitchen Adventures
Prepare the most popular Aladdin Eatery menu item in the comfort of your own kitchen. Made from low-sodium vegetable broth, Yukon gold potatoes and lentil beans, this unique soup is like a combination of two, packed with proteins and spices that give it that classic Aladin charm and kick.
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The baker’s mom
We all cry a little when we long for Chick-fil-A, but remember, it’s Sunday. Well, wipe off your tears and break out your tortilla chips! This Chick-fil-A tortilla soup copycat recipe is full of beans for protein and vegetables and spices for the perfect hearty Chick-fil-A taste!
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Mom’s court
Nothing warms you better than a classic minestrone soup. Make one of Olive Garden’s menu classics with carrots, zucchini, celery, basil and the main ingredient: beans. Customize it to your liking with Italian condiments, with the option to add flavor or taste.
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Dinner, then dessert
This creamy and rich soup is a great option for dinner. Not only is it an imitator of the chilli restaurant favorite chicken enchilada, but this recipe also includes Masa Harina, a maze dough made from nixtamalized corn. Masa Harina is high in vitamin B3 and may help treat high cholesterol.
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Eat people and have fun
This copycat walkabout soup from the outback soup will make you return to your kitchen for seconds! Made with low sodium chicken broth and a variety of cheeses, this soup lets you taste all of Australia’s flavors in the comfort of your kitchen.
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Child friendly activities
Nothing beats homemade vegetable soup – except for this copycat version of the Cracker Barrel vegetable soup. This recipe is made up of all of the vegetables you need to stay healthy and strong, including green beans, peas, and lima beans. This recipe is high in Vitamins A & B and the best part? It’s kid friendly too.
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The cookie rookie
This copycat recipe has all of the feelings and flavors of a favorite food, without the carbohydrates of comfort food. Healthy sausage and lentil soup is filled with vegetables, and lentils are high in fiber, folic acid, and potassium, which helps control blood pressure and cholesterol. This is a meal your heart will literally thank you for.
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