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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.

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    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. Colleen

      September 13, 2020 at 6:45 pm

      So easy and delicious!

      Reply
      • Jennie

        September 15, 2020 at 1:56 pm

        Thank you so much!

        Reply
    2. Cellina

      July 16, 2020 at 6:29 am

      Can this be turned into a crockpot recipe?

      Reply
      • Jennie

        July 27, 2020 at 2:56 pm

        Yup, you sure can! Here is that recipe!
        https://www.thediaryofarealhousewife.com/slow-cooker-taco-soup/

        Reply
    3. Korisa Homan

      May 28, 2020 at 5:16 pm

      Honestly, I thought how good could this soup be, it has minimal ingredients and so easy. I have to say it was delicious!! My co-workers raved and everyone wanted the recipe. Thanks for sharing!!

      Reply
      • Jennie

        May 30, 2020 at 6:59 am

        So happy to hear that!!

        Reply
    4. Abbey

      April 27, 2020 at 11:16 pm

      Does this soup freeze well?

      Reply
      • Jennie

        June 05, 2020 at 2:16 pm

        It sure does! I always freeze in a gallon freezer bag. Allow soup to fully cool before adding to the bag to prevent expansion in the freezer (and a big mess).

        Reply
    5. Susan

      April 23, 2020 at 3:32 pm

      Quick, easy and delicious!

      Reply
    6. Christy

      March 16, 2020 at 10:49 pm

      My husband and I love it so much. It’s so good. Thank you for the recipes.

      Reply
      • Jennie

        March 18, 2020 at 11:31 am

        Thank you so much! I am glad you enjoyed it!

        Reply
    7. Crystal Lee

      February 17, 2020 at 10:41 pm

      Oh my goodness! This is indeed the Best Taco Soup recipe. It really amped up my simple Taco soup. I really appreciate you sharing. I'm sure everyone will love it!

      Reply
      • Jennie

        February 18, 2020 at 9:56 pm

        So glad you liked the recipe!

        Reply
    8. Kim

      November 09, 2019 at 10:19 pm

      Thank you for such a great recipe! I made this today, replacing the beef with ground turkey and the beef broth with chicken broth. I also added an extra tablespoon of taco seasoning. Wow! It was so yummy! I will be making this one again, over and over! Just one suggestion. Somewhere in the recipe, it should be indicated that the black beans are drained and rinsed before being added to the pot.

      Reply
      • Jennie

        November 12, 2019 at 2:55 pm

        So glad you liked it Kim! And yes beans are rinsed, I didn't realize that wasn't in there. Thanks for letting me know.

        Reply
    9. Sarah

      February 04, 2019 at 12:39 pm

      I know it says 580 calories... but what is the serving amount? I replaced the packaged taco seasoning with homemade the second time I made it, and it gave it sooo much more flavor! Very good

      Reply
      • Jennie

        February 04, 2019 at 2:22 pm

        Hi Sarah! I am working on getting all my recipe updated with actual nutrition fact cards. I just updated this one and made it 8 servings which should be a little more then 1 cup and with that the serving the calories changed 317.

        If you do change anything I love using this site, https://www.verywellfit.com/recipe-nutrition-analyzer-4157076
        You can plug in how many servings you want and change anything that you added in!

        Reply
    10. Jenny

      January 25, 2019 at 10:31 pm

      This was very good, made a double batch at my kids' place for my college kids to freeze. Can add an onion, etc, but really not necessary.
      I am trying to find easy recipes for them to make themselves that they really like. This is one. I do recommend a chunkier salsa, and I used frozen corn. Next time I may try with chicken.

      Reply
      • Jennie

        January 25, 2019 at 10:54 pm

        So happy to hear that Jenny!

        Reply
    11. Beth

      November 30, 2018 at 5:37 pm

      This recipe looks so delicious, I can’t wait to make it! I noticed it was 580 calories. Is that for the whole pot or per serving? With the listed ingredients I can’t imagine it would be per serving. I guess my question is how many calories per serving and what is the serving size? Thanks so much!

      Reply
      • Jennie

        November 30, 2018 at 9:59 pm

        Hi Beth! The Calorie count is per serving but since I don't have the calorie card I get my general count from this site. You can plug in what you use and how you divide it up. I hope to be installing the calorie card to my site soon!
        This is the site, https://www.verywellfit.com/recipe-nutrition-analyzer-4157076

        Reply
    12. Mary

      November 18, 2018 at 4:29 pm

      How many servings does this make do you find?

      Reply
      • Jennie

        November 18, 2018 at 5:53 pm

        Hi Mary, I would say this can serve 6-8 people depending on their appetite 😉

        Reply
    13. Karen

      November 03, 2018 at 9:14 pm

      This was delicious!!
      I only had diced tomatoes with green chilie and I also added a can of pinto beans because I like more beans
      Will be making again for sure!

      Reply
      • Jennie

        November 03, 2018 at 9:29 pm

        So happy to hear that you liked it Karen! My mom is the same and always adds more beans! Haha!!

        Reply
    14. Donna

      November 02, 2018 at 12:02 pm

      Am making your taco soup recipe for the first time. Since you don’t mention whether corn & black beans are drained I didn’t drain them. Hope it’s still ok

      Reply
      • Jennie

        November 02, 2018 at 8:02 pm

        Let me know how you liked it Donna! Sorry I did not make that clear. I have made it both ways and love it the same but my husband preferrers the beans to be rinsed.

        Reply
    15. Sherry Helstrom

      October 30, 2018 at 3:12 pm

      I made this almost exactly the way you did. The only change I made was before taken it off the stove i stirred in some heavy cream...made it creamy...yum..Thank you for sharing

      Reply
      • Jennie

        October 30, 2018 at 3:51 pm

        That sounds amazing Sherry I love the idea of making it creamy! So glad you enjoyed the recipe.

        Reply
    16. HeatherClark

      October 27, 2018 at 10:36 am

      My whole family’s new FAVORITE!! I make A LOT of new recipes all the time. I try at least 1-2 new recipes that I find on Pinterest a week usually, and this is seriously one of my family’s favorites now. I follow the directions EXACTLY and omg THANK YOU!! 😀 😀 We’re having it again tonight 🙂

      Reply
      • Jennie

        October 27, 2018 at 2:47 pm

        Woo!! That makes me so happy Heather!! So glad that you and your family enjoy it so much, it's one of my favorites also!

        Reply
    17. Gabby

      October 25, 2018 at 12:56 pm

      Do you add any other liquid? Like water or any kind of broth or stock?

      Reply
      • Jennie

        October 25, 2018 at 1:34 pm

        Yes the recipe calls for 2 cups of beef broth and that is all I add to it. Hope you enjoy the recipe Gabby!

        Reply
    18. Kelsie

      August 14, 2018 at 9:14 pm

      I made this tonight for dinner and it was sooo good! I added rice to mine & used Rotel tomatoes that had the green chilies in it and was in love! Thank you for sharing this recipe!

      Reply
      • Jennie

        August 14, 2018 at 9:23 pm

        So happy to hear that!! Also I will be trying this with rice in it, that sounds so good!

        Reply
    19. Kristyn

      August 13, 2018 at 4:39 pm

      This recipe sounds delicious! I plan to make it tomorrow. My only question is how spicy do the 2 cans of green chilies make it? My son won't eat anything spicy. Could I only use one or leave them out altogether?

      Reply
      • Jennie

        August 13, 2018 at 9:00 pm

        Hi Kristyn!

        I personally don't find this soup spicy but I also love spicy food. So don't take my word for it! I think you can skip the green chilis or use less.

        If you skip them taste the soup and add more seasoning as needed. You could add green bell peppers and allow them to cook a little longer to get soft if you want something else in it's place.

        Hope you and your son enjoy the recipe! My kids love it with shredded cheese and sour cream to help cool down any spice. =)

        Reply
    20. Kerry Beck

      April 24, 2018 at 4:44 am

      My favorite soup recipe for sure!! Making it for the third time tonight!!

      Reply
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