Slow Cooker Taco Soup

Slow Cooker Taco Soup

If you’re looking for a hearty, flavorful, and ridiculously easy dinner, Slow Cooker Taco Soup is the answer. It’s one of those recipes that comes together with pantry staples, requires very little effort, and delivers big on taste. Plus it only takes a few moments of hands on time. Perfect for busy weeknights, game day gatherings, or chilly evenings when all you want is a warm bowl of comfort.

Serve with Cheddar Jalapeno Cornbread or classic cornbread for a fantastic meal.

We love taco soup: Instant Pot Chicken Taco Soup, regular Taco Soup, and even Vegan Taco Soup! But this is my absolute favorite version.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Hands-off cooking – after browning the beef, the slow cooker does all the work. It is seriously easy. 
• Family-friendly flavors – classic taco seasoning, fire-roasted tomatoes, and green chiles bring a little kick without being too spicy.
• Customizable – use whatever beans you love, switch up the salsa for different flavor profiles, and load it with toppings.
• Meal prep friendly – leftovers taste even better the next day and freeze beautifully.

Ingredients You’ll Need

• Ground beef – browned before adding for the best flavor.
  
• Onion & garlic – classic aromatics that build a flavorful base.
  
• Tomatoes – fire roasted and regular diced tomatoes for depth.
  
• Green chiles – add a subtle kick.
  
• Beans – kidney and pinto beans make it hearty.
  
• Corn – for sweetness and texture.
  
• Beef broth – keeps the soup rich and brothy.
  
• Taco seasoning – the key to that taco flavor. Make your own Taco Seasoning or use a packet. 
  
• Salsa – adds extra depth, heat, or smokiness depending on your choice. Use your favorite, or make Restaurant Style Blender Salsa

Step-by-Step Instructions For Slow Cooker Taco Soup

1. Brown the Beef
   In a skillet on the stovetop, cook the ground beef until browned and crumbled. Drain any excess fat and transfer the beef to your slow cooker.
2. Add the Rest
   To the slow cooker, add onion, garlic, both cans of tomatoes (with juices), green chiles, beans, corn, beef broth, taco seasoning, and salsa. Stir everything to combine.
3. Cook Low and Slow
   Cover with the lid and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 7 hours. The flavors will meld together into a rich, savory soup.
4. Serve and Enjoy
   Ladle into bowls and top with your favorites—shredded cheese, sour cream, cilantro, tortilla chips, or even avocado.

Tips and Substitutions for the Best Taco Soup

• Make it spicier – use hot green chiles, spicy taco seasoning, or a bold salsa.
• Change up the protein – try ground turkey, chicken, or even shredded rotisserie chicken.
• Thicken it up – for a heartier stew-like texture, add an extra can of beans or reduce the broth slightly.
• Double the recipe – If you have a huge crock pot you can double up, this soup freezes beautifully, so make extra for future easy dinners.

Topping Ideas

Classic Toppings

• Shredded cheddar, Monterey Jack, or pepper jack cheese
• Sour cream or Greek yogurt
• Fresh cilantro
• Sliced jalapeños (fresh or pickled)
• Diced red or white onion
• Green onions or chives
• Fresh lime wedges

Crunchy Toppings

• Tortilla chips
• Corn chips (like Fritos)
• Crumbled taco shells
• Crispy fried onions

Fresh + Cool Toppings

• Diced avocado or guacamole
• Pico de gallo
• Salsa (mild, medium, or spicy)
• Shredded lettuce
• Diced tomatoes

Extra Flavor Boosts

• Hot sauce or chili flakes
• Cotija or queso fresco cheese
• Pickled red onions
• Roasted corn kernels

Serving Ideas

This soup is versatile and pairs well with so many things:

• A side of warm cornbread or crusty bread.
• In a bread bowl.
• As part of a taco bar night—set out toppings and let everyone customize their bowls.

Storing and Freezing

• Leftovers: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
• Freezer: Cool completely, then freeze in portions for up to 3 months. Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave for an instant meal.

Other Slow Cooker Recipes

• Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken
• Slow Cooker Chicken Pomodoro
• Slow Cooker Zuppa Toscana
• Beef Tips and Gravy Slow Cooker
• Cheeseburger Soup (Slow Cooker)

Slow Cooker Taco Soup

Slow cooker taco soup is hearty, flavorful, and easy to make with ground beef, beans, corn, and zesty spices. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy dinners with all your favorite toppings.

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Course: Main

Cuisine: American

Keyword: crockpot taco soup, easy taco soup, slow cooker taco soup, taco soup

Servings: 8

Calories: 511kcal

Author: Rachael

Ingredients

• 2 lbs ground beef browned
• 1 onion diced
• 1 tbs minced garlic
• 14.5 ounce fire roasted diced tomatoes undrained
• 14.5 ounce diced tomatoes undrained
• 4 ounce diced green chiles
• 15 ounce kidney beans rinsed and drained
• 15 ounce pinto or beans rinsed and drained
• 17 ounce corn undrained
• 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
• 1 ounce taco seasoning 1 packet
• ¼-½ cup salsa of choice

Instructions

Brown the Beef

• In a skillet on the stovetop, cook the ground beef until browned and crumbled. Drain any excess fat and transfer the beef to your slow cooker.

Add the Rest

• To the slow cooker, add onion, garlic, both cans of tomatoes (with juices), green chiles, beans, corn, beef broth, taco seasoning, and salsa. Stir everything to combine.

Cook Low and Slow

• Cover with the lid and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 7 hours. The flavors will meld together into a rich, savory soup.

Serve and Enjoy

• Ladle into bowls and top with your favorites—shredded cheese, sour cream, cilantro, tortilla chips, or even avocado.

Nutrition

Calories: 511kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 81mg | Sodium: 476mg | Potassium: 1180mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 171IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 6mg

Our recipe card software calculates these nutrition facts based on averages for the above ingredients, different brands, and quality of produce/meats may have different nutritional information, always calculate your own based on the specific products you use in order to achieve accurate macros for this recipe.

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