Easy Taco Soup is like a big, warm hug in a bowl—packed with all the best taco flavors but in a cozy, spoonable form. It’s got tender ground beef, hearty beans, sweet corn, and a rich, zesty broth that’s just the right amount of spicy. The best part? It’s ridiculously easy to make—just throw everything in a pot, let it simmer, and boom, dinner’s ready!
Making taco soup is my kind of cooking—easy, flavorful, and basically impossible to mess up. The best part? I get to throw in whatever toppings I’m in the mood for—cheese, sour cream, crunchy tortilla chips (okay, maybe too many). It’s like making tacos, but without the stress of keeping everything from falling apart in my hands. Plus, my kitchen smells amazing, and I get to cozy up with a bowl of pure comfort.
Try some of our other cozy favorites: White Chicken Chili, Copycat Panera Mac & Cheese, Bacon Cheeseburger Soup, or Easy Chicken Cobbler.
Ingredients for Taco Soup
- ground beef
- onion, diced
- minced garlic
- beef broth
- black beans
- corn
- tomato sauce
- pinto beans
- diced tomatoes with green chiles
- lime juice
- dry ranch
- cilantro
- chili powder
- salt
- cumin
- oregano
- paprika
- black pepper
FAQs
Absolutely! Brown the ground beef first, then throw everything into the slow cooker. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
Yes! Let it cool completely, then store it in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight and reheat on the stove or microwave.
For sure! Just skip the meat and add an extra can of beans or some diced bell peppers for a little extra heartiness. Use veggie broth instead of beef broth.
It’s great on its own, but if you want to make a full meal, serve it with cornbread, quesadillas, or a side of guacamole and chips.
If you like a thicker consistency, reduce the broth slightly or mash some of the beans in the pot.
It stays fresh for 4-5 days in an airtight container—plus, the flavors get even better as it sits!
Top Tips
- Adjust the Spice Level – Love heat? Add cayenne, jalapeños, or hot sauce. Want it mild? Use plain diced tomatoes instead of the ones with green chilies.
- Simmer for Maximum Flavor – Let the soup simmer for at least 20-30 minutes so all the ingredients can mingle and get extra delicious.
- Go Crazy with Toppings – Cheese, sour cream, avocado, tortilla chips—toppings take this soup to the next level!
- Make It Creamy – Stir in a little cream cheese or heavy cream at the end for a richer, creamier version.
- Meal Prep & Freeze It – Taco soup gets even better after a day in the fridge and freezes beautifully for easy future meals.
- Pair It Right – Serve with warm cornbread, quesadillas, or a side of chips and guac for the ultimate comfort meal.
How to make Taco Soup
- In a large pot, cook the ground beef, minced garlic, and diced onion over medium heat until meat is fully browned and onion is translucent. Drain any excess grease.
- Mix in both cans of Rotel, beef broth, chili powder, salt, cumin, oregano, dry ranch, black pepper, and paprika.
- Add drained cans of beans and corn,. Stir, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 20-30 minutes.
- Stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro, if using. Ladle into bowls and load up with your favorite toppings. Enjoy!
Easy Taco Soup
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 teaspoon garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cans Rotel tomatoes with green chiles
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 can tomato sauce (15 oz)
- 1 can or frozen corn, drained (15.25 oz)
- 1 can black beans, drained (15 oz)
- 1 can pinto beans, drained (16 oz)
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 1 package dry ranch (1 oz)
- ⅓ cup cilantro
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook the ground beef, minced garlic, and diced onion over medium heat until meat is fully browned and onion is translucent. Drain any excess grease.
- Mix in both cans of Rotel, beef broth, chili powder, salt, cumin, oregano, dry ranch, black pepper, and paprika.
- Add drained cans of beans and corn,. Stir, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 20-30 minutes.
- Stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro, if using. Ladle into bowls and load up with your favorite toppings. Enjoy!
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