Crock Pot Spicy Taco Soup Recipe

This Crock-Pot Spicy Taco Soup recipe is a family favorite! I created it when I couldn't find the perfect blend of flavors – and now you can enjoy it too. This recipe is easily customizable: tone down the heat with green chilies, diced tomatoes, regular taco seasoning, and mild chili beans. Get ready for a warm, comforting, and incredibly flavorful soup perfect for a chilly evening! Served with your favorite toppings, this is a crowd-pleaser you'll make again and again.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 140 mins
Calories 498.4 kcal
Protein 60g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Crock Pot Spicy Taco Soup

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How to Make Crock Pot Spicy Taco Soup

  1. Brown 1 lb ground beef (or turkey) with 1 medium chopped onion and 2 cloves minced garlic in a large skillet. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Transfer the cooked meat and onion mixture to your slow cooker.
  3. Add 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes (undrained), 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans (drained and rinsed), 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans (drained and rinsed), 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies, 2 tablespoons chili powder, 1 tablespoon cumin, 1 teaspoon oregano, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, omit for less spice), 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Stir all ingredients until well combined.
  5. Cook on high for 2 hours or on low for 4-6 hours, or until heated through and flavors have melded.
  6. Keep on low or warm setting until serving to maintain temperature.
  7. Serve hot, topped with your favorite garnishes: sour cream, shredded cheese, chopped green onions, and tortilla chips.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

71 g

Sugar

17g

Fat

20g

Carbs

22g