Description
Crock Pot Taco Soup is the ultimate comfort food that brings the vibrant flavors of taco night directly into your home! This hearty and flavorful dish combines protein-packed ground beef with a medley of beans, sweet corn, and zesty taco seasoning, creating a satisfying meal that everyone will love. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings, this easy-to-make soup can be customized with your favorite toppings for a unique twist each time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) petite diced tomatoes (drained)
- 1 can (15.25 ounces) sweet corn (drained)
- 1 can (10 ounces) green enchilada sauce
- 2 cans (14 ounces each) chicken broth
- 1 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning
- 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a large skillet until fully cooked. Drain excess fat and transfer to a greased crock pot.
- In the crock pot, combine the black beans, pinto beans, diced tomatoes, corn, green enchilada sauce, chicken broth, taco seasoning, and tomato paste. Stir well to mix.
- Cover and cook on low heat for about 3 to 6 hours.
- To thicken the soup, mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry and stir it into the soup. Cook for an additional 30 minutes until thickened.
- Serve warm with desired toppings like shredded cheese or tortilla strips.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For a lighter option, substitute ground turkey for beef. Experiment with fresh vegetables like diced bell peppers or onions for added nutrition. Adjust spice levels by choosing mild or hot taco seasoning based on your preference.