Classic Crockpot Taco Soup
This easy crockpot taco soup is packed with flavor and minimal effort, combining ground meat, beans, corn, and savory seasonings for a comforting meal perfect for any night of the week.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Slow cooker
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground Beef or ground turkey, chicken, or a plant-based crumble
- 1 large Onion diced
- 3 cloves Garlic minced
- 1 can Diced Tomatoes 14.5 oz, undrained
- 1 can Black Beans 15 oz, rinsed and drained
- 1 can Kidney Beans 15 oz, rinsed and drained
- 1 can Corn 15 oz, drained
- 1 can Green Chiles 4 oz, diced
- 1 packet Taco Seasoning Mix 1 oz
- 1 packet Ranch Seasoning Mix 1 oz
- 4 cups Chicken or Beef Broth low sodium
Optional Toppings
- Shredded cheese
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt
- Crushed tortilla chips
- Avocado
- Fresh cilantro
- Jalapeños
- Lime juice
- Cornbread
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- In a skillet, brown the ground meat with diced onion, draining any excess fat, then add minced garlic during the last minute of cooking.
- Transfer the cooked meat mixture to a slow cooker, then add the diced tomatoes, black beans, kidney beans, corn, and green chiles.
- Sprinkle in both the taco and ranch seasoning mixes, then pour in the chicken or beef broth.
- Stir all ingredients thoroughly to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until flavors meld and the soup is heated through.
- Ladle the hot soup into bowls and serve with your preferred toppings.
Notes
For an extra kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper with the seasonings. This soup freezes well for future meals.