Taco Soup Recipe
Warm up with a hearty bowl of taco soup! Packed with ground beef, beans, tomatoes, and bold spices, this easy one-pot recipe is a comforting twist on classic taco flavors.
Equipment
- Large pot or Dutch oven
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Ladle
- Cutting board and knife
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 15-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 15-ounce can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes
- 1 10-ounce can diced tomatoes with green chilies (e.g., Rotel)
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 2 cups beef or chicken broth
- 1 1-ounce packet taco seasoning
- 1 teaspoon chili powder optional for extra heat
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional Toppings:
- Shredded cheese
- Sour cream
- Sliced jalapeños
- Fresh cilantro
- Tortilla chips or strips
- Diced avocado
Instructions
- Cook the Ground Beef:
- Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it into crumbles with a wooden spoon. Drain any excess fat.
- Sauté the Aromatics:
- Add the diced onion and garlic to the pot. Cook for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add Remaining Ingredients:
- Stir in the black beans, kidney beans, diced tomatoes, tomatoes with green chilies, corn, broth, taco seasoning, and chili powder (if using). Mix well.
- Simmer:
- Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Simmer uncovered for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally to allow the flavors to meld.
- Adjust Seasoning:
- Taste the soup and adjust with salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve:
- Ladle the soup into bowls and top with your favorite garnishes, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, or tortilla chips.