Description
A hearty and flavorful taco soup made in the slow cooker, packed with ground beef, beans, corn, and seasoned with taco spices — the perfect comfort food for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (or turkey)
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 packet ranch seasoning
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) corn kernels, drained
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (4 oz) green chilies (optional, for extra heat)
- 1 cup beef broth or water
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for garnish)
- Sour cream (optional, for garnish)
- Tortilla chips (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef and onion until the beef is cooked through and the onion is softened. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Transfer the beef mixture to the slow cooker. Add the taco seasoning, ranch seasoning, black beans, kidney beans, corn, diced tomatoes with green chilies, regular diced tomatoes, green chilies (if using), and beef broth or water. Stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or on high for 3–4 hours, stirring occasionally if possible.
- Once the soup is done, serve hot, garnished with shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, and tortilla chips if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute the ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
- For extra flavor, top with fresh cilantro, jalapeños, or a squeeze of lime.
- If you want a spicier soup, add more green chilies or a diced jalapeño pepper.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 1 1/2 cups)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: taco soup, slow cooker soup, hearty soup, easy dinner, comfort food, taco seasoning