Crock Pot Taco Soup
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Crock Pot Taco Soup
Description
Crock Pot Taco Soup is prepared by browning lean ground beef with onion and garlic, then combining it in a slow cooker with pinto beans, diced tomatoes with chilies, tomato sauce, beef broth, corn kernels, diced bell peppers, canned mild green chiles, jalapeño, taco seasoning, and chili powder. It simmers over several hours until the vegetables are tender and flavors meld.
The mixture balances the earthiness of beans and beef with mild spiciness from green chiles and jalapeño, accented by the savory tomato base and taco seasonings. The soup provides a textured experience with softened vegetables, beans, and ground meat that has absorbed the spices.
This soup can be served with sour cream, green onions, and cheddar cheese to add creaminess and brightness. It works well for casual meals and can be adapted by swapping beef for chicken and adjusting cooking times accordingly.
For thicker consistency, cornmeal or cornstarch can be added during cooking. Leftovers keep well refrigerated and reheat easily, making it suitable for make-ahead meals.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef lean
- 1 large yellow onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 (15.5 ounce each) can pinto beans drained and rinsed
- 2 (10 ounce each) can diced tomatoes with chilies such as Rotel, with juices
- 1 (8 ounce each) can tomato sauce
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup corn kernels frozen
- 2 bell pepper red, yellow or green, diced
- 1 (4 ounce each) can green chile with juices, mild
- 1 jalapeño seeded and finely diced
- 1 packet taco seasoning or 2 tablespoons homemade taco seasoning
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- toppings as desired see notes
Instructions
- Brown beef, onion, and garlic in a skillet over medium-high heat until no pink remains. Drain any fat.
- Place beef mixture in a 6qt slow cooker with remaining ingredients.
- Cook on low 6-8 hours or on high 3-4 hours or until veggies are tender.
- Serve with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- To thicken the soup, whisk in cornmeal or cornstarch 10-15 minutes before serving.
- Ground beef can be replaced with chicken breasts; cook longer until chicken is fully cooked, then shred and return to soup.
- Top with sour cream, green onion, and cheddar cheese for added flavor and texture.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 322 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 322 | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 33g | 11% |
| Protein | 22g | 44% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 51mg | 17% |
| Sodium | 751mg | 31% |
| Potassium | 1188mg | 25% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 1768IU | 35% |
| Vitamin C | 76mg | 84% |
| Calcium | 105mg | 11% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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