Hearty Crockpot Taco Soup
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
4 hrs
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Total Time
4 hrs 15 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
250 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
Hearty Crockpot Taco Soup
Description
This soup starts with sautéing diced yellow onion and browning ground beef and turkey to build a flavorful base. A spice mix featuring chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and a pinch of cayenne adds warmth and complexity. Pinto beans, kidney beans, corn, stewed and diced tomatoes, diced green chiles, and sliced black olives provide body and texture. Beef base and broth create a rich broth that carries the spices and ingredients.
The soup cooks on low heat in a slow cooker for several hours, allowing the flavors to develop fully and the meats to tenderize. The result is a well-seasoned, robust taco-flavored soup with a balance of smoky, savory, and spicy notes. Garnishes such as tortilla strips, cilantro, sour cream, avocado, jalapeño, green onion, and shredded cheese enhance the final serving with fresh, creamy, and crunchy elements.
This dish can also be prepared on the stovetop or pressure cooker following the notes provided, which offer guidance on cooking times and pressure settings. The soup pairs well with fresh chips or warm tortillas.
Using a wooden spoon and careful release during pressure cooking ensures safety and prevents splattering. Adjusting garnish choices allows customization according to preference or dietary needs.
Ingredients
SEASONING:
- 1 1/2 Tbsp chili powder
- 3 tsp cumin ground
- 2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp oregano dried, Mexican oregano is a great option
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/8 - 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- cayenne pepper pinch
SOUP:
- olive oil drizzle of
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 1 lb. ground turkey
- 1 large yellow onion , diced
- 1 - 2 (15 oz each) pinto beans drained and rinsed, canned
- 15 oz Kidney Beans drained and rinsed, dark red, canned
- 15 oz whole kernel corn drained, canned
- 15 oz stewed tomatoes Mexican-style, canned
- 15 oz diced tomato petite, canned
- 1 - 2 (4 oz each) diced green chiles drained, canned
- 1/2 cup black olive drained, sliced
- 1 Tbsp beef base optional but encouraged, better than bouillon
- 3 - 4 cups beef broth
GARNISHES:
- tortilla strips crispy or chips
- cilantro minced
- sour cream
- avocado diced
- jalapeño sliced
- green onion sliced
- cheese shredded
Instructions
- In a large skillet, add olive oil and onion, and cook 4-5 minutes over MED heat, until soft and slightly charred on the edges. Remove to slow cooker.
- In the same skillet, add beef and turkey, and cook 5 minutes over MED heat, breaking meat up with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Drain and transfer to slow cooker.
- Stir in seasoning mixture and all remaining soup ingredients (pinto beans, kidney beans, corn, stewed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, green chiles and olives, and beef base). Pour in beef broth and stir well to combine.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 4-6 hours, or HIGH for 2-3 hours.
- Garnish and serve!
Notes
- The soup can be cooked on the stovetop by browning onion and meats in a large pot, then simmering with all ingredients for 15-20 minutes.
- Pressure cooker preparation involves sautéing meats and onion, adding ingredients and broth, then cooking under pressure for 9 minutes followed by a controlled quick release.
- Use a wooden spoon or heat-resistant gloves when releasing steam from the pressure cooker for safety.
- Garnishes such as tortilla strips, sour cream, avocado, jalapeños, and cheese add texture and flavor enhancements.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 250 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 250kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 71mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 928mg | 39% |
| Potassium | 503mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 730IU | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 5.4mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 50mg | 5% |
| Iron | 3.2mg | 18% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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