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    Home » Main Dish » Taco Soup Recipe

    Taco Soup Recipe

    Published: Mar 25, 2022 by Jennie · This post may contain affiliate links

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    My all-time favorite soup recipe that you are going to LOVE! Taco Soup is filled with all your taco favorites. This one is a must-try. This soup is loaded with ground beef, beans, and taco seasoning, and it is super easy to make!

    taco soup in a white bowl

    Anything taco is going to be my favorite! I love the bold taste in Mexican-style food, and could eat it every single day, and never get tired of it! This taco soup is perfect for family taco night and one my entire family enjoys.

    How to make Taco Soup:

    Taco Soup is one of my favorite recipes. I make this for lunch for myself on the stovetop at least twice a week. You can also make it in the slow cooker! Cook your ground beef, and then add your remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil and then simmer. When serving for dinner I love to serve them with these Mini Cornbread Muffins.

    Taco Soup Ingredients:

    • Ground beef: I like to use lean ground beef. You can also use ground turkey.
    • Corn: Use canned or frozen.
    • Salsa: Whatever salsa you prefer will work. I use mild store-bought salsa.
    • Green chilies
    • Taco seasoning: You can use a store-bought mix or make it homemade.
    • Black Beans: Drained and rinsed. Make sure you don't skip rinsing them since that could make the soup overly salty.
    • Ranch seasoning
    • Beef broth

    Taco Soup ingredients

    How to make Taco Soup:

    Step one: In a large pot cook ground beef, crumbling, and stir occasionally until browned. Drain fat as needed and return to stovetop.

    cooking ground beef in large soup pot

    Step two: Next add in your corn, salsa, chilies, black beans, taco seasoning, dry ranch mix and mix together well.

    adding in remaining ingredients for taco soup

    Step three: Pour in beef broth and allow to simmer on medium/low for 30-40 minutes.

    cooking taco soup in large pot

    Step four: Serve and top with optional toppings.

    Topping Ideas:

    We love serving our taco soup with anything we would put in tacos. Here are a few ideas.

    • Shredded cheese
    • Sour cream
    • Tortilla strips
    • Salsa
    • Cilantro
    • Jalapeños

    soup with sour cream and cheese in bowls

    How to make Taco Soup in the Slow Cooker:

    Yes, you can easily make this in the slow cooker. Just cook your ground beef and add all the rest of the ingredients to the slow cooker. Super simple to make! I have a full recipe on how to do this here, Slow Cooker Taco Soup.

    Taco Soup with shredded cheese and chips

    Can I freeze this soup?

    Yes, taco soup is really simple to freeze. Once it's done allow it to cool completely then add it to a large freezer bag or into individual bags or freezer safe containers for a single serving.

    Keep in the freezer for 3-4 months. Allow thawing in the fridge then reheat in the stovetop or microwave.

    Taco Soup topped with shredded cheese

    How long is taco soup good for?

    Taco soup doesn't last long in our house, because I can eat it for all 3 meals of every day. This soup will last 5 to 7 days in your refrigerator. Store in an airtight container with a sealed lid.

    taco soup in white bowl topped cheese

    Other Easy Soup Recipes You'll Love:

    • Pulled Pork Soup
    • Spicy Taco Soup
    • Creamy Taco Soup
    • Chicken Taco Soup
    • 30 Minutes Taco Soup

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    Taco Soup

    Jennie Duncan
    My all-time favorite soup recipe that you are going to LOVE! Taco Soup is filled with all your taco favorites. This one is a must-try. This soup is loaded with ground beef, beans, and taco seasoning, and it is super easy to make!
    5 from 16 votes
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 40 mins
    Total Time 55 mins
    Course Main Course, Soup
    Cuisine American, Mexican
    Servings 8 servings
    Calories 317 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 pound Ground beef
    • 15 oz Corn
    • 2 cups Salsa
    • 2 can Green chilies (4 oz each)
    • 15 oz Black beans (rinsed and drained)
    • 2 tablespoons Taco seasoning
    • 1 ½ tablespoons Dry Ranch mix
    • 2 cups Beef broth
    • Optional for topping: sour cream, shredded cheese, tortilla chips, cilantro.

    Instructions
     

    • In a large pot cook ground beef, crumbling, and stir occasionally until browned. Drain fat and return to stovetop.
    • Add corn, salsa, chilies, black beans, taco seasoning, dry ranch mix and mix together well.
    • Pour in beef broth and allow to simmer on medium/low for 30-40 minutes.
    • Serve and top with optional toppings.

    Video

    Notes

    How to make Taco Soup in the Slow Cooker:
    Yes, you can easily make this in the slow cooker. Just ground your beef and al the rest of the ingredients to the slow cooker I have a full recipe on how to do this here, Slow Cooker Taco Soup.
    Can I freeze this soup:
    Yes, taco soup is really simple to freeze. Once it's done allow it to cool completely then add it to a large freezer bag or into individual bags are jars for single serving.
    Keep in the freezer for 3-4 months. Allow to thaw in the fridge then reheat n the stovetop or microwave.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 317kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 17gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 1231mgPotassium: 675mgFiber: 9gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 510IUVitamin C: 13.4mgCalcium: 49mgIron: 2.9mg
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    Comments

    1. Caroline

      January 04, 2022 at 10:25 am

      What size can of green chilies?

      Reply
      • Jennie

        March 23, 2022 at 2:29 pm

        4 oz cans

        Reply
    2. Angela Scott

      October 27, 2021 at 8:21 pm

      This recipe is quick and amazingly delicious. Since I travel a lot for work its an easy go to while at the hotel or when I return home because its simple to make allowing me to be able to put something delicious on the table.

      Reply
      • Jennie

        November 01, 2021 at 2:51 pm

        So glad you love this!

        Reply
      • Tracy

        November 02, 2022 at 11:57 am

        So flavorful and quick and easy to make. I just lessened the amount of liquid to make it a thicker soup. I will definitely add this recipe to my winter rotation of meals!

        Reply
    3. Cristina

      February 15, 2021 at 5:30 pm

      This soup has so much flavor! Made it just as recipe states and it was perfect.

      Reply
      • Renee

        August 12, 2021 at 11:40 am

        Hi Jennie,

        I see in the video you used chicken broth. can i use chicken broth or does it need to be beef broth as mentioned in the recipe?

        Thanks,

        Renee

        Reply
        • Jennie

          August 12, 2021 at 2:32 pm

          Hi Renee, any broth that you have on hand or that you prefer will work for this recipe. Hope you enjoy it!

          Reply
    4. Sarah

      February 09, 2021 at 3:18 pm

      Hi! Making this tonight! Approximately how much is one serving?

      Reply
      • Jennie

        February 10, 2021 at 11:17 am

        About 1.5-2 cups of the soup.

        Reply
    5. Tara

      January 21, 2021 at 4:20 pm

      Do you think it would be okay to make without the salsa? I was contemplating putting tomato juice instead.

      Reply
      • Jennie

        January 21, 2021 at 8:23 pm

        Yes you can do that but the salsa does add a lot of flavor. I would taste it and add seasonings if needed to taste.

        Reply
    6. Amanda

      January 18, 2021 at 11:35 am

      Can you substitute the black beans for pinto beans? Would i just purchase canned beans?

      Reply
      • Jennie

        January 18, 2021 at 12:57 pm

        Yes any can beans you have and enjoy will work for this recipe.

        Reply
    7. Taylor

      January 15, 2021 at 3:29 pm

      How much if this soup is one serving?

      Reply
    8. Kim

      January 12, 2021 at 10:13 am

      Can you use chicken broth instead of beef broth ?

      Reply
      • Jennie

        January 18, 2021 at 12:59 pm

        Yes!

        Reply
    9. Daisy

      December 31, 2020 at 11:09 am

      Made this using Impossible burger because it’s kinder and just as tasty.
      Good quick recipe with stuff I already have. 👍

      Reply
      • Daisy

        December 31, 2020 at 11:10 am

        I should add....I used frozen corn and “beef-less” broth 😁

        Reply
    10. Stephanie

      December 04, 2020 at 10:26 am

      I want to make a larger serving do I double each ingredient? I won’t let me click on the x2

      Reply
      • Jennie

        December 22, 2020 at 12:43 pm

        Yes you do that

        Reply
    11. Jackie

      November 02, 2020 at 7:01 pm

      MADE IT! This is sooooo good. My husband got the ranch seasoning that is spicy, I didn’t even know there was a spicy ranch seasoning. But it just upped the heat a little. Thanks so much for sharing. Delicious!!

      Reply
    12. Becca

      October 29, 2020 at 6:36 pm

      Can you cook it in a crock pot all day without cooking the meat first?

      Reply
      • Jennie

        November 04, 2020 at 4:57 pm

        You sure can! I have that on my blog as well! https://www.thediaryofarealhousewife.com/slow-cooker-taco-soup/

        Reply
    13. Carla

      October 26, 2020 at 2:56 pm

      Does this freeze well?

      Reply
      • Jennie

        October 26, 2020 at 4:19 pm

        Yes, this will freeze great! Once you have cooked it allow it to cool before placing it in a storage container or bag.

        Reply
    14. K

      October 24, 2020 at 5:27 pm

      How much is a serving?

      Reply
      • Jennie

        November 05, 2020 at 3:46 pm

        About 2 cups

        Reply
    15. Colette

      October 23, 2020 at 7:33 pm

      Do you drain the corn?

      Reply
      • Jennie

        October 26, 2020 at 4:18 pm

        Yes, you can drain the corn for this recipe. Hope you enjoy it!

        Reply
    16. Nancy

      October 20, 2020 at 12:21 pm

      Hi! I’m planning to make this for dinner, what kind of salsa did you use? Brand?

      Reply
      • Jennie

        October 22, 2020 at 2:10 pm

        I just used Kroger (generic) brand salsa! You can use any brand you like or have on hand!

        Reply
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