As soon as school starts I begin wanting all of the warm and cozy soups. I especially love soups that can be made in the crock pot! The set it and forget it way of cooking is so convenient. With easy dinner ideas like this Crock Pot Taco Soup with Ground Beef you will be equipped for whatever the day throws at you!
Do you love soup made in the Crock Pot? Try this Easy Crock Pot Potato Soup with Cream Cheese!
Crock Pot Taco Soup
Everyone loves tacos, so making it into a super simple soup is such a fun idea. With so many topping options, it is easy to customize too.
Loaded with two kinds of beans, corn, salsa and ground beef there is so much to love. Everyone won’t be able to get enough!
Ingredients Needed for your Crock Pot Taco Soup
- Ground Beef-I like to use 93% lean so that I don’t have to drain much {if any} fat.
- Onion-diced small and added to the ground beef for a little cooking they add flavor.
- Kidney Beans-adding a creamy texture and body, they are a great addition.
- Black Beans-I love black beans and add them to anything I can!
- Corn-a can of corn is an easy and tasty way to get extra flavor.
- Crushed Tomatoes-a large can of crushed tomatoes gives it great body.
- Salsa-adding salsa is such a great idea because it has so many great ingredients in it.
- Taco Seasoning-All of the flavors you want in one packet!
- Beef Broth-helps thin out the soup and enhance the ground beef flavor.
How to make your Crock Pot Taco Soup
Brown your hamburger and onion in a skillet over medium-high heat until cooked through. Set aside.
- In a crock pot {with a crock pot liner} add kidney beans, black beans, corn and crushed tomatoes.
- Top with a jar of salsa. Any salsa works, you can choose how mild or hot you prefer.
- Add the cooked ground beef and onion mixture that you set aside.
- Top with taco seasoning.
5. Add the beef broth and stir to combine all of the ingredients.
6. Top with the crock pot lid and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 4-6 hours.
7. After the soup has been cooked, remove the lid and stir. You will notice a deeper color.
8. Now all that is left is to scoop and serve!
Taco Soup Toppings
We can’t forget the toppings! The soup itself is awesome but the toppings are what take it over the top.
Anything you love to put on a taco is fair game. Use lime wedges, chips, shredded cheese, cilantro, sour cream, avocado, jalapeno slices, sliced green onions or even sliced olives.
Pro Tips for making Crock Pot Taco Soup with Ground Beef
- Use a crock pot liner. This is such a time saver when it comes to cleaning up!
- If kidney and black beans aren’t your family’s favorite then substitute. Adjust the soup to your liking.
- Don’t worry if the soup cooks on low for longer than 8 hours. If it is 10 or even 12 hours the soup will still be wonderful.
- Get creative with your toppings. I think the toppings are really where it is at, so set out everything you and your family love!
Can I use another ground meat for my Crock Pot Taco Soup?
Absolutely! Ground turkey, chicken or pork would all work wonderfully. I have even used ground elk in mine before and loved it.
Can I freeze Taco Soup?
Yes! Crock Pot Taco Soup will freeze wonderfully for up to 3 months without toppings.
Just be sure you are storing it in a good container that is either airtight or wrapped well {or both}.
Can I make this Crock Pot Taco Soup with Ground Beef Creamy?
Yes, you can make this Taco Soup creamy by adding a brick {8 oz.} of cream cheese to the soup the last 1/2 hour of cooking.
Cut the cream cheese into 10-12 chunks and allow it to melt into the soup before stirring into it.
What goes well with this Taco Soup?
There are so many things that go great with this soup and honestly, the soup alone is great but this Fiesta Wedge Salad is a great side dish.
I would also serve Mexican Street Corn Skillet or Queso Blanco with it.
If you are looking for a sweet option, this Churro Bundt Cake or these Mexican Hot Chocolate Cookies would be the perfect finishing touch!
Do you love using your crock pot for dinner? Try these recipes…
- Crock Pot Potato Soup with Cream Cheese
- Korean Pork Tacos
- Stroganoff Meatloaf
- Pulled Pork
- Crock Pot Meatloaf
- Roasted Chicken
Crock Pot Taco Soup with Ground Beef
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef {I used 93% lean}
- ½ small onion {diced}
- 1-15 ounce can kidney beans {drained}
- 1-15 ounce can black beans {drained}
- 1-15 ounce can corn {drained}
- 1-28 ounce can crushed tomatoes
- 1-16 ounce jar salsa
- 2 -1 ounce pkgs taco seasoning
- 2-14.5 ounce cans beef broth
Topping Ideas: lime wedges, tortilla chips, shredded cheese, cilantro, sour cream, diced avocado, jalepeno slices, sliced green onion, sliced olives
Instructions
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In a skillet over medium high heat, cook ground beef until browned. Add diced onion and cook for a minute or two more. Set aside.
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In a large crockpot {covered with a liner} add the drained kidney beans, black beans, corn and crushed tomatoes. Add the jar of salsa, cooked ground beef and onion mixture, the taco seasoning packets and finally the beef broth. Stir everything together. Cover crockpot with a lid and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4 hours.
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When ready prepare your favorite toppings. Serve in a bowl and let everyone top with their favorites. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
