Best Taco Soup Recipe (2024)

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Warm up with this spicy, comforting, delicious soup. This is the best taco soup recipe and it comes together in 30 minutes! Cater the spice to your liking and enjoy this as a party food or weeknight meal.

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Why This Recipe Works

There is nothing in the world like letting the smells of a comforting soup fill your home on a chilly fall or winter day. This soup smells fantastic as it simmers on the stove top and it tastes even better, warm in your belly.

There is room to increase the spice in this recipe and it is also very possible to prepare it mild. Cater it to your family’s tastes! Enjoy this comfort food. This is a tried and true family favorite that gets made a lot in our home.

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How To Make Taco Soup

STEP 1

Heat olive oil in an extra-large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add garlic, bell pepper, green onions, jalapeño peppers, taco seasoning, salt and pepper. Cook until soft and fragrant, 3 to 4 minutes. Add parsley and cilantro and cook for an additional 2 minutes.

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STEP 2

Add the chicken stock or broth, diced tomatoes, corn, black beans and green chiles to the skillet and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Five minutes before the soup is finished, add the chicken.

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Ladle into serving bowls and top with desired toppings such as cheese, sour cream and crushed tortilla chips.

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Recipe Notes

  • For a spicier soup recipe, add extra jalapenos and/or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
  • For a milder soup, decrease or omit the jalapeno peppers, as well as the green chiles.
  • Change up the meat in the recipe, if desired. Replace the chicken with a pound of cooked ground beef or even pork.
  • Homemade taco seasoning tastes amazing in this recipe. Consider going homemade!
  • Replace one can of diced tomatoes with a can of tomato sauce for a bolder flavor.
  • If black beans aren’t your thing, kidney beans or pinto beans are great replacements.
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How To Make Taco Soup in a Slow Cooker

I’m glad you asked because it is definitely an option to prepare this soup in your slow cooker. After cooking the garlic, peppers, onions and spices on the stove top, add it to a slow cooker along with the remaining ingredients (minus chicken).

Cook on low heat for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours. Add chicken, cook for 30 additional minutes and serve.

Favorite Cinco de Mayo Recipes

Here are a few of my favorite recipes to make for your next Cinco de Mayo gathering!

  • Easy Baked Churros
  • Fresh Spicy Salsa
  • Margaritas
  • 7-Layer Taco Dip
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Uses For Taco Seasoning

If you grow tired of taco meat, we need to have a chat. Kidding, but here are a few other ideas for ways to use taco seasoning.

  • Stir it into any creamy dip (yum).
  • Really, you could add it to just about any meat-based meal to transform it into a tasty, spicy food. I’m thinking meatballs, burgers or even chicken.
  • Use it as a rub on your next Rotisserie chicken or batch of ribs!
  • Add it to salad dressing for an extra zing.
  • Instant Pot Shredded Chicken Tacos
  • The BEST 7 Layer Taco Dip
  • Taco Pasta Salad
  • Homemade Ground Beef Taco Meat
  • Taco Sauce

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Best Taco Soup Recipe

Warm up with this spicy, comforting, delicious soup. This is the best taco soup recipe and it comes together in only 30 minutes!

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Course: Soup

Cuisine: Mexican

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 35 minutes minutes

Servings: 8

Calories: 375.46kcal

Author: Megan Porta

Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 red or green bell pepper chopped
  • 1 bunch green onions thinly sliced
  • 2 jalapeno peppers finely chopped
  • 1 oz taco seasoning or 2 Tbsphomemade
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup Italian parsley finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup cilantro finely chopped
  • 32 oz chicken stock or broth
  • 56 oz diced tomatoes
  • 15 oz corn drained
  • 15 oz black beans drained
  • 4 oz diced green chiles
  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded (pull meat from a Rotisserie chicken)
  • 1/2 cup toppings shredded cheese, sour cream, etc

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in an extra-large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic, bell pepper, green onions, jalapeño peppers, taco seasoning, salt and pepper. Cook until soft and fragrant, 3 to 4 minutes. Add parsley and cilantro and cook for an additional 2 minutes.

  • Add the chicken stock, tomatoes, corn and beans to the skillet and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Five minutes before the soup is finished, add the chicken.

  • Ladle into serving bowls and top with cheese, sour cream and tortilla strips.

Notes

TO MAKE THIS SOUP IN A SLOW COOKER: After cooking the garlic, peppers, onions and spices on the stove top, add it to a slow cooker along with the remaining ingredients (minus chicken). Cook on low heat for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours. Add chicken, cook for 30 additional minutes and serve.

For a spicier soup recipe, add extra jalapenos and/or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
For a milder soup, decrease or omit the jalapeno peppers, as well as the green chiles.
Change up the meat in the recipe, if desired. Replace the chicken with a pound of cooked ground beef or even pork.
Homemade taco seasoning tastes amazing in this recipe!
Replace one can of diced tomatoes with a can of tomato sauce for a bolder flavor.
If black beans aren’t your thing, kidney beans or pinto beans are great replacements.

Nutrition

Calories: 375.46kcal | Carbohydrates: 37.94g | Protein: 26.22g | Fat: 14.7g | Saturated Fat: 3.64g | Cholesterol: 57.77mg | Sodium: 1107.28mg | Fiber: 9.85g | Sugar: 11.83g

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  1. Best Taco Soup Recipe (7)TRACEY DELEON

    Made this last yesterday, my family and boyfriend LOVED it. Definitely making this again, doesn't cost much to make, does take a little time to chop up items, but totally worth it!

    Reply

  2. Best Taco Soup Recipe (8)Tami W

    Wow! I made this tonight for my New Year's Eve dinner and it was fabulous! I did change a couple of things but it was still so darn good! I used ground beef instead of chicken and added a little taco seasoning mix and used cream cheese to garnish instead of grated cheese. It is so delicious! I will no doubt make this again and again.

    Thanks again for another delicious recipe!

    Tami

    Reply

  3. Best Taco Soup Recipe (9)crystal

    This looks amazing. I am going to try a veggie version of this.

    Reply

  4. Best Taco Soup Recipe (10)Katrina @ WVS

    This soup looks soooo delicious! Lovely!

    Reply

  5. Best Taco Soup Recipe (11)Susan

    I love that this soup isn't ALL canned products. I've had the other version, it's good, but I avoid it because its all processed!
    I'll be making this version before the New Year!!
    Thanks for posting!

    Reply

  6. Best Taco Soup Recipe (12)Tracy | Pale Yellow

    What a warm and lovely soup! Perfect for a winter dinner. Your family has a wonderful Christmas tradition, Merry Christmas!

    Reply

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FAQs

What is taco soup made of? ›

Ingredients
  • 2 pounds ground beef.
  • 1 envelope taco seasoning.
  • 1-1/2 cups water.
  • 1 can (16 ounces) mild chili beans, undrained.
  • 1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained.
  • 1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained.
  • 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes.
  • 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomato with green chiles.
Dec 13, 2023

What can I use to thicken taco soup? ›

Add Flour Or Cornstarch

You can thicken soup by adding flour, cornstarch, or another starchy substitute.

How long to reheat taco soup? ›

Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat the soup on the stovetop over medium heat for 10 to 15 minutes or until the soup is warmed through. To freeze taco soup, cool and transfer it to a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 2 months.

How long is taco soup good for in the fridge? ›

Storage Instructions: leftovers will keep in the fridge for 4-5 days. Freezing Instructions: Store in a freezer-safe container or bag and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge and simmer on the stove until warm.

Why is my taco soup so watery? ›

Simmer for Longer

If you have the time, simmering your taco soup for a longer period can help to thicken it naturally. As the soup cooks, the liquid will reduce and evaporate, resulting in a thicker consistency.

What is a substitute for beef broth in tacos? ›

Vegetable Broth

Using this as a substitute for beef broth is a great way to add flavor to your dish. Vegetable broth from vegetable stock is a flavorful alternative that is perfect for vegetarian and vegan dishes. Add some bay leaves for a different flavor.

What does cornstarch do to soup? ›

Cornstarch, or corn flour, can be used to thicken soup through its high starch content. Cornstarch is a great thickener for soup because only a little bit is needed to significantly thicken a soup, and it will not affect the flavor profile of the soup.

How can I make my soup thicker and creamy? ›

6 ways to thicken soup:
  1. Blend all or part of it. If you've made a broth with chunks of vegetable in it, such as minestrone soup, then pour the soup through a sieve. ...
  2. Add cream or yogurt. ...
  3. Add flour or cornflour. ...
  4. Use a butter and flour paste. ...
  5. Blend in bread. ...
  6. Add lentils or rice. ...
  7. 5 of the best soup recipes to try next:

Is it OK to leave taco soup out overnight? ›

Food should not be at room temperature for more than two hours. Shallow containers or small amounts of hot food can be placed directly in the refrigerator or rapidly chilled in an ice or cold water bath before refrigerating.

Is taco soup good if left out overnight? ›

So, yeah: Toss that soup that sat out overnight. Now, to the question of whether or not boiling it will kill off these bugs -- that might be technically true, but it comes with a big caveat. To be completely safe, you'll have to boil the soup vigorously for 10 minutes.

Can I eat soup that has been in the fridge for a week? ›

How long is soup good for in the fridge? On average, three to four days.

Can you eat soup that is 5 days old? ›

A general rule of thumb is that soup can be stored in the refrigerator for about three days, but you should always taste your dish before deciding to reheat. A clear, vegetable-based soup with some acidity, such as tomatoes, may last longer. Chicken soup usually lasts three to five days.

Can I freeze leftover taco soup? ›

How Long Does Taco Soup Last? Once cooked, you can store your taco soup in the refrigerator for an additional 3-4 days. Just make sure that it is stored in an airtight container. For the best tasing soup, properly frozen soup will last 4-6 months in the freezer.

Can you leave soup out overnight and eat it the next day? ›

For best safety and quality, plan to eat refrigerated soup within 3 to 4 days or freeze it. And avoid letting soup set at room temperature for more than TWO hours.

Where is taco soup from? ›

Taco soup
Taco soup topped with cheese, tortilla chips and sliced avocado
TypeSoup
Place of origin1950s Southwestern United States
Main ingredientsGround beef, tomatoes, green chilis, onions, corn, beans, taco seasoning

What is a spicy Mexican soup made from? ›

This spicy chicken tortilla soup features sautéed onions, spicy peppers, corn, tomatoes, and black beans, all simmered in a delicious broth. The result is an ultra-flavorful soup your family will love!

What is Birria taco soup made of? ›

Birria is a mainstay of Mexican cuisine, a stew that originated in the state of Jalisco traditionally made from goat, beef, or lamb. For this birria tacos recipe, the meat marinates in adobo sauce, then cooks slowly in adobo broth until it's fork-tender.

What is Spanish soup made of? ›

Also called sopa castellana (Spanish soup), this traditional recipe is one that I believe every soup lover around the world should have in their repertoire. It's made with a super-simple ingredient list of bread, eggs, olive oil, and broth, and seasoned with smoked paprika and lots of garlic.

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