Taco Soup : Easy in the Slow cooker

When life gets chaotic (and let’s be real, when isn’t it?), this slow cooker Taco Soup is the ultimate culinary hug. It’s hearty, it’s full of flavor, and it practically cooks itself while you do… well, everything else. If you’ve ever looked at your fridge at 6 p.m. and sighed, “What’s for dinner?” — this one’s for you.

I first fell in love with Taco Soup during a week that felt like a marathon of laundry, emails, and errands. One spoonful of this rich, beefy bowl of comfort, and I was hooked. Now, it’s my go-to recipe for nights when the kids are starving, work’s still buzzing, and I need dinner to save the day.

Why You’ll Love This Taco Soup

This slow cooker Taco Soup is a game changer. The kind of dish that makes everyone ask, “Can I have seconds?”

• Effortless cooking: Let your slow cooker do the heavy lifting.
• Flavor-packed: Thanks to chili powder, cumin, paprika, and a medley of beans and corn.
• Crowd-pleasing: Whether it’s game night or a weeknight, it’s a win.
• Budget-friendly: Uses pantry staples and stretches to feed a crowd.

Plus, it reheats like a dream. Hello, leftovers!

Ingredients You’ll Need

• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 cup chopped onion (about 1 medium)
• ½ tablespoon minced garlic (around 4 cloves)
• 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chiles
• 1 quart beef broth (low or no salt preferred)
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• ½ teaspoon cumin
• 1 can black beans (drained & rinsed)
• 1 can pinto beans (drained & rinsed)
• 1 cup frozen corn (thawed)

How to Make This Slow Cooker Taco Soup

Step 1: Brown the beef.
In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef, chopped onion, and minced garlic. Cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is browned and onions are soft.

Step 2: Load the slow cooker.
Transfer the beef mixture to your slow cooker. Add the diced tomatoes with green chiles, beef broth, all the spices, beans, and corn.

Step 3: Set it and forget it.
Give everything a good stir. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.

Step 4: Serve it up!
Ladle into bowls and top with your favorites: shredded cheese, sour cream, crushed tortilla chips, fresh cilantro—you name it!

Tips for Tasty Taco Soup

• Want it spicier? Add a dash of cayenne or use hot diced tomatoes.
• Thicker texture? Mash some of the beans before adding.
• Make it creamy: Stir in a bit of cream cheese or sour cream just before serving.
• Feeding a crowd? Double the recipe and use a 6-7 quart slow cooker.

And if you’re like me and believe toppings make everything better, don’t be shy: pile them on!

A Little Story from My Kitchen

This Ground Beef Taco Soup once saved me during a week where every dinner felt like a battle against the clock. I tossed the ingredients in the slow cooker between school drop-off and work emails. By dinnertime, the house smelled like heaven, and everyone was full and happy with barely any effort on my end. That’s the kind of kitchen win we all need, right?

FAQs About Ground Beef Taco Soup

Dinner Made Easy with Taco Soup

Slow cooker Taco Soup is the perfect recipe for those of us juggling a thousand things at once. With rich flavors and a comforting warmth, it turns a simple dinner into something special. Try it once, and it just might become your new weeknight favorite.

Whether you’re feeding your family, meal prepping for the week, or just need a cozy bowl of something delicious after a long day, this recipe has your back. Keep it in your regular dinner rotation and you’ll always have a go-to meal that satisfies cravings and saves time. Because honestly, we could all use more of that kind of magic in our weeknights.

More Cozy Dinners to Try Next

If you loved this Taco Soup, you’ll definitely want to explore more easy and flavorful slow cooker meals from our kitchen:

• Craving a twist on Tex-Mex? Check out this hearty and cheesy Crockpot Chicken Spaghetti.
• For a creamy comfort classic, you’ll love the rich flavors in our Slow Cooker Chicken Pot Pie.
• Need something warm and filling for a busy night? This Crock Pot Lasagna Soup brings all the Italian vibes with half the effort.
• And if you’re looking to keep the cozy going all week, try our indulgent and flavorful Slow Cooker Steak and Cheddar Potato Casserole.

Bookmark a few and keep your slow cooker happy!

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• Author: Mounia
• Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
• Yield: 6 servings 1x

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This hearty and flavorful slow cooker Taco Soup is packed with ground beef, beans, corn, and savory spices. It’s the perfect comfort food for busy weeknights—easy to prep, full of flavor, and a family favorite!

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Ingredients

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• 1 teaspoon olive oil

• 1 lb ground beef

• 1 cup chopped onion (about 1 medium)

• ½ tablespoon minced garlic (about 4 cloves)

• 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chiles

• 1 quart low or no salt beef broth

• 1 teaspoon paprika

• ½ teaspoon black pepper

• 1 teaspoon chili powder

• ½ teaspoon cumin

• 1 can black beans, drained & rinsed

• 1 can pinto beans, drained & rinsed

• 1 cup frozen corn, thawed

Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, diced avocado, tortilla chips, cilantro, lime wedges

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Instructions

1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.

2. Add ground beef, chopped onion, and garlic. Cook for 10–12 minutes, until beef is browned and onions are softened.

3. Transfer the beef mixture to your slow cooker.

4. Add diced tomatoes with green chiles, beef broth, spices, beans, and corn. Stir to combine.

5. Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours.

6. Serve warm with your favorite toppings

Notes

Make it vegetarian by omitting the beef and adding extra beans or lentils.
Want more heat? Use hot diced tomatoes or a pinch of cayenne.
Leftovers store well in the fridge for 3–4 days or can be frozen for up to 3 months.
This recipe is great for meal prep—flavors get even better the next day!

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 6 hours
• Category: Dinner , Soup
• Method: Slow Cooker
• Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 Serving
• Calories: 310 kcal
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 610 mg
• Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Trans Fat: 0 g
• Carbohydrates: 28 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Protein: 23 g
• Cholesterol: 45 mg