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Best Slow Cooker Taco Soup

Best Slow Cooker Taco Soup

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  • Author: Jake
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-8 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
  • Total Time: 6-8 hours (or 3-4 hours on high)
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Soup, Slow Cooker
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American

Description

This Best Slow Cooker Taco Soup is the perfect mix of savory and spicy, with tender beef, beans, corn, and a zesty taco seasoning. Made in the slow cooker, it’s an easy, hands-off meal that is bursting with flavors and ideal for busy days. Whether you enjoy it with your favorite toppings or as a stand-alone dish, this taco soup is sure to become a family favorite.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) corn kernels, drained
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
  • 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
  • 4 cups beef broth (or chicken broth)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking the beef)
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado, tortilla chips, cilantro

Instructions

  1. Cook the Ground Beef:
    1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
  2. Transfer to Slow Cooker:
    1. Add the cooked ground beef to the slow cooker.
    2. Add the diced onion, taco seasoning, garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
  3. Add the Remaining Ingredients:
    1. To the slow cooker, add the kidney beans, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, green chilies, tomato sauce, and beef broth. Stir everything together until well mixed.
  4. Cook:
    1. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. Stir occasionally if possible.
  5. Serve:
    1. Once the soup is cooked, taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
    2. Serve hot with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado, cilantro, or crushed tortilla chips.

Notes

  • For a spicier version, add more chili powder or some jalapeños.
  • You can use ground turkey or chicken instead of ground beef for a leaner option.
  • If you prefer a thicker soup, you can mash some of the beans with a fork before adding them to the slow cooker.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (1/6 of recipe)
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

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