Easy Taco Soup

Course: Slow Cooker, Soup

Cuisine: American

Keyword: crockpot, slow cooker, taco soup

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 20

Total Time: 30

Servings: (2 cup servings) (about)

Calories: 130kcal

Author: Malinda Linnebur

This Easy Taco Soup is full of flavor, hearty, and perfect for any night of the week! Make it on the stovetop in 30 minutes or use your slow cooker and come home to a delicious meal!

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Ingredients

1 pound (500g) lean ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
4-5 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups (946ml) beef or chicken broth or stock
1 (15 oz) (432g) corn, drained
1 (15 oz) (425g) black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15 oz) (425g) chili beans in chili sauce
1 (28 oz) (793g) crushed tomatoes
1 (4 oz) (113g) chopped green chiles
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano, onion powder, and garlic powder
Salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper to taste

Instructions

STOVE TOP VERSION:

In a large dutch oven or pot brown the ground beef and onions until meat is no longer pink. Add the garlic and cook for 2 minutes.
Add remaining ingredients. Cover with lid and simmer for 15 minutes. Serve with toppings of choice. Can also be simmered longer if desired, just stir occasionally.

SLOW COOKER VERSION:

Place raw ground beef in the bottom of the crockpot and break up into small chunks (or if you prefer you can brown it). Add in all other ingredients except toppings and stir together.
Cover with lid and cook on high 4-6 hours or low 8-10 hours. Serve with desired toppings.

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Notes

Total time reflects stove top version.
Freezer Friendly: Place in a freezer-safe container once cooled. Freeze for up to 2-3 months. Thaw and reheat as needed.
Topping suggestions: sour cream, chopped cilantro, chopped onions, shredded cheddar, crushed tortilla chips, avocado.......
NUTRITION: Since different brands of ingredients have different nutritional information, the information shown is just an estimate. This website is not intended as nutritional advice, or a diet or health plan. Readers of this website are ultimately responsible for all decisions pertaining to their health.

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