Description
This comforting and hearty Easy Taco Soup with Ground Beef is the ultimate one-pot family meal for busy weeknights. Packed with protein-rich beans, juicy ground beef, and bold, zesty taco spices, it delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort. This crowd-pleasing soup is perfect for game-day gatherings or a simple weeknight dinner. It is a nutritious, dump-and-go recipe that ensures your kitchen cleanup stays stress-free while providing a warm, delicious bowl of comfort for everyone.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs ground beef
1 medium yellow onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
1 can (15 oz) whole kernel corn, drained
1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning
1 tablespoon chili powder
4 cups beef broth
Optional toppings: shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, cilantro, tortilla strips
Instructions
Place your large soup pot over medium-high heat and brown the ground beef, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon.
Add the diced onion to the pot and sauté for 3-5 minutes until soft and translucent.
Add the minced garlic and cook for 60 seconds until fragrant.
Stir in the taco seasoning and chili powder, coating the beef mixture thoroughly.
Pour in the beef broth, undrained diced tomatoes, rinsed beans, and corn, stirring well to combine.
Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
Ladle into bowls and serve warm with your preferred toppings.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. The flavors develop further the next day. This soup is also freezer-friendly; store in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months and thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American/Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
