Description
This easy taco soup is a 30-minute one-pot wonder packed with bold flavors, tender ground beef, beans, and spices. Make it fast on the stovetop or let your slow cooker do the work for a comforting, hearty dinner any night of the week.
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) can corn, drained
1 (15 oz) (425g) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15 oz) (425g) can chili beans in chili sauce
1 (28 oz) (793g) can crushed tomatoes
1 (4 oz) (113g) can chopped green chiles
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon each: dried oregano, onion powder, garlic powder
Salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper to taste
Instructions
Stovetop Method:
In a large dutch oven or pot, brown the ground beef and chopped onions until the meat is no longer pink.
Add minced garlic and cook for 2 minutes.
Stir in the remaining ingredients.
Cover and simmer for 15 minutes (or longer if desired, stirring occasionally).
Serve hot with your favorite toppings.
Slow Cooker Method:
Place raw ground beef in the bottom of the crockpot and break into chunks (optional: brown it first).
Add all other ingredients (except toppings) and stir to combine.
Cover and cook on HIGH for 4–6 hours or LOW for 8–10 hours.
Stir, serve, and add desired toppings.
Notes
Total time is based on the stovetop version.
Freezer Friendly: Let cool completely, then freeze in airtight containers for up to 2–3 months. Thaw and reheat before serving.
Topping ideas: Sour cream, shredded cheddar, crushed tortilla chips, avocado, chopped cilantro, or diced onion.
Nutritional information is approximate and may vary based on ingredient brands used.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop, Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired, American
