Pantry Taco Soup Recipe

Tired of the same old taco soup? This incredibly easy and adaptable recipe uses pantry staples to create a hearty, flavorful meal that's perfect for busy weeknights or college students. Customize it with your favorite meat (ground beef, pork, chicken, even venison!), beans for extra protein, and whatever veggies you have on hand. This crockpot-friendly recipe is also freezable for future meals! Say goodbye to expensive takeout and hello to delicious, budget-friendly comfort food.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 630.4 kcal
Protein 76g
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Ingredients for Pantry Taco Soup

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How to Make Pantry Taco Soup

  1. Brown 1 lb ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Transfer the browned beef to your slow cooker or a large pot.
  3. Add 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained, 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce, 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans (rinsed and drained), 1 (15 ounce) can black beans (rinsed and drained), 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies (Rotel), 1 cup beef broth, 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon onion powder, and salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Stir to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
  5. If using a slow cooker, cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. If using a pot on the stovetop, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until heated through and flavors have melded.
  6. Optional: Stir in 1/2 cup frozen corn during the last 15 minutes of cooking (for stovetop or the last hour for slow cooker).
  7. Serve hot, topped with your favorite taco toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado, and chopped onions.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

100 g

Sugar

65g

Fat

36g

Carbs

26g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Pantry Taco Soup?

Pantry Taco Soup takes about 95 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 80 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Pantry Taco Soup?

Pantry Taco Soup has approximately 630.4 calories per serving, with about 76 g protein, 26 g carbohydrates and 31 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Pantry Taco Soup?

The key ingredients for Pantry Taco Soup are Salt, Water, Tomato Sauce, Tomato Soup, Enchilada Sauce, Taco Seasoning Mix. See the full list with measurements above.

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