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Amanda Patel

Easy Taco Soup

This one-pot Taco Soup brings bold, comforting taco-night flavor with minimal prep. A slow cooker transforms pantry staples into a hearty, customizable soup packed with protein, beans, sweet corn, and a tomato-chile broth—all in under four hours.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced small
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lb ground turkey (or beef/chicken)
  • 2 tbsp taco seasoning (GF if needed)
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp oregano
  • 1/4–1/2 tsp chili powder (to taste)
  • 15 oz can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 15 oz can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 10 oz can diced tomatoes with green chiles
  • 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes
  • 8 oz can tomato sauce
  • 1–1.5 cups corn (frozen or canned, drained)
  • 3 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar or 1–2 tbsp lime juice
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Equipment

  • 5–6 quart slow cooker Used on HIGH setting
  • nonstick skillet For browning meat and aromatics
  • silicone spatula To scrape all contents into the cooker
  • cutting board and knife For dicing vegetables
  • measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. In a skillet with olive oil, cook onion for 3 minutes, then add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  2. Add ground turkey to the skillet, season lightly with salt, and cook until no longer pink, about 4–5 minutes.
  3. Stir in taco seasoning, cumin, paprika, oregano, and chili powder; cook 30–60 seconds to bloom spices.
  4. Transfer spiced meat to slow cooker. Add both beans, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, corn, and broth. Stir to combine.
  5. Cover and cook on HIGH for 3.5 hours until the broth thickens slightly and flavors meld.
  6. Stir in vinegar or lime juice. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or extra chili powder as needed.
  7. Ladle into bowls and top with desired garnishes like avocado, cilantro, scallions, cheese, tortilla chips, or yogurt.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 24gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6.1gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 780mgPotassium: 870mgFiber: 8gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 620IUVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Customize with any beans, proteins, or toppings you like. Freeze extra for easy future meals. For a creamy version, blend part of the soup or stir in Greek yogurt. Add fresh lime before serving for a flavor boost. Great with rice, warm tortillas, or salad.

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