How to Freeze Chicken Soup: Quick Tips & Tricks

You just made a big batch of your favorite chicken soup recipe, and you don’t know what to do with the leftovers. What’s a person to do?

Freezing and storing soup can be a great way to preserve the flavors and fresh ingredients. But there are a few things you should consider before putting that batch of soup in the freezer. 

Here are some quick tips on how to freeze soup to be ready for reheating whenever you need it.

Why You Should Freeze Soup

Freezing soup is the best way to store leftovers that won’t be eaten immediately. You’ll want to do this if you’ve made a big batch of soup and don’t want to worry about tossing it out after a few days. 

Freezing soup is also useful for saving time on weeknights when you’re pressed for time.

How to Properly Freeze Chicken Noodle Soup

Follow these quick steps!

  1. Let the soup cool completely before freezing it. This reduces the risk of freezer burn and keeps your other frozen goods from getting contaminated by bacteria while your soup is in storage.
  2. Pour the soup into an airtight container, plastic wrap, or bag. Make sure to squeeze out all of the excess air before sealing the container or bag.
  3. Label the containers or freezer bags with the date to know when they were frozen.
  4. Put the soup in the freezer and let it freeze completely. Soups freeze best in small batches, so don’t try to freeze an entire pot of soup at once.
  5. When you’re ready to eat the soup, remove it from the freezer and let it thaw in the fridge overnight.
  6. Reheat the soup on the stove or in the microwave.

Tips

1. Divide the Soup Into Single-Serving Portions Before Freezing

If you have a large amount of soup and want to freeze it in batches for later use, divide the soup into single-serving portions and put each in a container.

2. Label Containers With the Date and Contents

When you label each container of frozen soups with the date and contents, you’ll know exactly what’s in it and how long it’s been in the freezer.

3. Freeze for Up to Three Months

Most soups will stay fresh in the freezer for up to three months. After that, the quality of the soup will start to decline.

4. Reheating Frozen Soup

When you reheat the soup, be sure to stir it well and cook it until it’s hot all the way through. If you have a microwave-safe container, you can reheat the soup in the container.

5. Add Extra Water When Reheating

When you reheat the frozen soup, you may need to add some water to thin it out. This is because some water will have evaporated during the freezing and cooking process.

Final Thoughts

Now that you know how to freeze chicken soup put your leftovers to good use and enjoy a delicious meal. Experiment with different homemade recipes like minestrone, black bean soup, tomato soup, creamy soup, or vegetable soup, and freeze them for a quick and easy meal later. Just follow the tips above to freeze soups, and you’ll have delicious soup ready to go whenever you need it.

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Hi there! My name is Caroline Stevens, and I am an American mom of three wonderful children. I started this blog to help everyday families be more sustainable and save money by preventing food waste. I currently live in Wisconsin, and enjoy crafting, cooking at home, and traveling. I have a degree in art and previously worked in the restaurant business.