Description
Taco Soup in a Slow Cooker is a flavorful, easy-to-make meal that combines all the classic taco ingredients into a hearty, comforting soup. Packed with ground beef, beans, corn, tomatoes, and spices, this slow-cooked dish is perfect for busy days and family dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 small onion, diced
- 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 (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 packet taco seasoning mix (or homemade seasoning)
- 2 cups beef or chicken broth
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado, cilantro, tortilla chips
Instructions
In a skillet over medium heat, brown ground beef and diced onion until meat is cooked through and onion is softened. Drain excess fat.
- Transfer beef and onion mixture to the slow cooker.
- Add black beans, kidney beans, corn, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, taco seasoning, and broth. Stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving.
- Serve hot with your favorite taco toppings.
Notes
- Use ground chicken or turkey instead of beef.
- Add diced bell peppers or jalapeños for extra veggies and spice.
- Substitute beans with pinto or white beans.
- Add cooked rice or quinoa for a heartier soup.
- Top with lime wedges or hot sauce for extra zest.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
