This Taco Soup is a hearty meal that’s easy to make and full of delicious flavor. It’s a cross between your favorite tacos and a cozy bowl of chili, making it the ultimate comfort food. Whether you’re feeding a crowd, meal-prepping for the week, or just looking for a tasty one-pot meal, this taco soup has it all!
The Best Taco Soup
There’s nothing as satisfying as a hearty bowl of this Easy Taco Soup to warm you from the inside out.
It’s like enjoying your favorite taco in a bowl with a spoon!
This homemade Taco Soup is nourishing, robust, and full of ground beef, veggies, Mexican spices, and the most flavorful Beef Bone Broth from Zoup!
Have you tried their broths? They are so good you’ll want to sip them straight from the jar.
Zoup! Eatery now Z!Eats, which has been serving soup to customers for over two decades.
Zoup! has truly perfected creating broths with exceptional quality and flavor. broths are a liquid hug for your taste buds and belly.
As you can tell the Zoup! Beef Bone Broth is the cornerstone of this hearty Taco Soup recipe. But let’s go over all the ingredients that make this soup so amazing!
Ingredients
Here’s everything you’ll need for the perfect taco soup:
Ground Beef : I’m all about protein, so I used 11 2 lbs of lean ground beef to make this soup really hearty. You can swap the beef out for ground turkey or ground chicken or make it vegetarian by omitting the meat and adding more beans and veggies.
: I’m all about protein, so I used 11 2 lbs of lean ground beef to make this soup really hearty. You can swap the beef out for ground turkey or ground chicken or make it vegetarian by omitting the meat and adding more beans and veggies. Jalapeños: Membranes and seeds removed, finely chopped for a little earthy kick.
Membranes and seeds removed, finely chopped for a little earthy kick. Taco Seasoning : A combination of chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper gives this soup its vibrant savory flavor.
: A combination of chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper gives this soup its vibrant savory flavor. They are an amazing source of protein and fiber. You can also try other canned beans like Great Northern, Kidney, or Cannellini beans.
Drained and rinsed. They are an amazing source of protein and fiber. Frozen Sweet Corn : For some sweetness, fiber, and a beautiful color combo.
: For some sweetness, fiber, and a beautiful color combo. Toppings: Add all your favorite taco toppings… shredded cheese, sour cream, green onions, jalapenos, cilantro, diced tomatoes, chopped avocado etc.
How to Make Taco Soup
In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, add olive oil, ground beef, salt, and pepper and cook for 5 minutes or until cooked through. Add diced onion, diced jalapeno, and sauté for 3-5 more minutes.
Then add the minced garlic to the pot and cook one more minute. Then add the corn and simmer for 5-7 more minutes.
Ladle the soup into bowls and add your favorite toppings!
What to Serve with Taco Soup
This recipe is really a well-balanced meal all by itself. But if you want to add something on the side, some Cheesy Jalapeño Beer Bread or Caribbean Cornbread would be delicious.
And don’t forget about the toppings!
Tortilla chips or tortilla strips
Shredded cheese
Sour cream
Diced avocado
Fresh chopped cilantro
Fresh chopped tomatoes
Chopped green onions
Sliced or diced jalapeños
Lime wedges
Storing, Freezing, and Reheating
If you happen to have any leftovers, you can store them in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 5 days. You can also freeze this Taco Soup recipe for up to 3 months in an airtight freezer container.
To reheat the soup on the stovetop, place it in a pot over medium heat, add more broth if needed, and stir occasionally until it’s warmed through.
To reheat in the microwave, use a microwave-safe bowl, heat in 1-minute intervals, and stir between each interval. If needed add more broth.
Substitutions and Variations
Protein: Swap out the ground beef for ground turkey or ground chicken.
Beans: Use different canned beans like kidney beans, Great Northern beans, or cannellini beans.
Spicy Heat: Add more fresh jalapeños, hot sauce, or hot taco seasoning for more heat.
Low-Carb: Skip the beans and corn, and use extra meat and veggies.
FAQ’s
Can I make taco soup ahead of time? Can I make taco soup in the crock pot? Brown the ground beef in a skillet, then add it to a slow cooker with the remaining ingredients and cook on low heat for 6 hours, or high heat for three hours. To make gluten-free taco soup, check the packaging of your seasonings, canned ingredients, and corn to ensure they are also gluten-free.
This Taco Soup recipe is a spoonful of comfort in every bite!
It’s perfect for an easy weeknight dinner, game day, meal prep, or serving a hungry crowd.
