Name: Best Crockpot Ground Beef Taco Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 6 h 10 min
Total time: 6 h 20 min
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef; 1 small yellow onion, diced; 15 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed; 15 oz can kidney beans, drained and rinsed; 15 oz can corn, drained; 15 oz can diced tomatoes; 10 oz can diced tomatoes with green chilies; 8 oz can tomato sauce; 1 packet taco seasoning or 2 tbsp homemade mix; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1/2 tsp chili powder (optional); 2 cups beef broth or water; Salt and pepper, to taste

Description

This delicious recipe is not only a delightful one-pot meal but also a heartwarming comfort that combines the essence of tacos with the rich, hearty texture of a soup.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb ground beef
1 small yellow onion, diced
15 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
15 oz can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
15 oz can corn, drained
15 oz can diced tomatoes
10 oz can diced tomatoes with green chilies
8 oz can tomato sauce
1 packet taco seasoning or 2 tbsp homemade mix
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp chili powder (optional)
2 cups beef broth or water
Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Start by heating a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and diced yellow onion, cooking them together until the beef is browned and the onions are soft. This usually takes about 6–8 minutes. Be sure to drain any excess grease, which will help keep the soup from becoming too greasy.
Once the beef and onions have cooked, transfer them directly into your prepared crockpot. This sets the foundation of your hearty soup.
Next, add the black beans, kidney beans, corn, diced tomatoes, Rotel, and tomato sauce into the crockpot. Each of these ingredients brings something unique to the table, creating layers of texture and flavor.
Sprinkle in your taco seasoning, ground cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder if you wish. Don’t forget to gently season with salt and pepper, keeping in mind that the seasoning can be adjusted as you taste the soup later.
Finally, pour in your beef broth or water, and give everything a good stir to combine all the ingredients evenly. Cover the crockpot and set it to cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours, or if you’re in a hurry, set it to HIGH for 3 to 4 hours.
As the cooking time nears its end, taste the soup and adjust any seasonings as necessary. Serve it while hot, garnishing with your choice of cheese, sour cream, green onions, or tortilla strips for that added crispiness and flavor.

Notes

This soup is a great candidate for freezing. Portion it out into airtight containers once it has cooled, and it can be stored for several months.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
Category: Dinner

Nutrition

Calories: Approximately 300 per serving
Sodium: 680 mg
Protein: 22 g