Hearty Taco Soup Recipe
This hearty and flavorful Taco Soup combines lean ground beef, a medley of beans, diced green chiles, sweet corn, and diced tomatoes simmered with taco and ranch seasoning. Perfect for a cozy meal, it’s easy to prepare and can be topped with shredded cheese and crunchy tortilla chips for added texture and taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Meat and Vegetables
- 1.5 pounds lean ground beef
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 4 ounces diced green chiles (1 can)
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 29 ounces diced tomatoes (two 14.5 ounce cans)
Beans
- 15 ounces pinto beans (1 can, drained)
- 15 ounces black beans (1 can, drained)
- 15 ounces kidney beans (1 can, drained and rinsed)
Seasoning and Broth
- 1.25 ounces taco seasoning mix (1 package)
- 1.5 tablespoons dry ranch seasoning mix (1 package)
- 14 ounces chicken broth (1 can)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Toppings (Optional)
- Shredded cheese
- Tortilla chips
Instructions
- Brown the beef and onion: In a large Dutch oven over medium heat, brown the lean ground beef along with the chopped onion until the beef is fully cooked and the onions are softened. Drain off any excess fat to keep the soup lean.
- Add remaining ingredients: Stir in the diced green chiles, drained pinto beans, black beans, and kidney beans, chicken broth, taco seasoning mix, dry ranch seasoning mix, frozen corn, and diced tomatoes. Mix well to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Simmer the soup: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let the soup simmer gently for 30 minutes to allow all the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Serve and garnish: Ladle the hot taco soup into bowls. Top with shredded cheese and serve with crunchy tortilla chips on the side for added texture and flavor.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, omit the ground beef and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your spice preference; add more taco seasoning for extra heat.
- Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and also freeze well for up to 3 months.
- To make it gluten-free, verify that the seasoning mixes and broth are certified gluten-free.
- Serve with avocado slices or a dollop of sour cream for added creaminess.
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