The Best Taco Soup Recipe

An easy ground beef taco soup made with pantry staples like beans, corn, and tomatoes. Ready in about 30 minutes on the stovetop, or cook in a slow cooker or Instant Pot.

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

To Make On the Stove Top

Step 2

In a large stock pot over medium heat, cook the ground beef, breaking into smaller chunks, until no longer pink.

Step 3

Add the onion and cook until it softens, about 3 minutes, then stir in the tomato paste, chile powder, cumin, garlic powder, and kosher salt, and cook for 2 more minutes, stirring often.

Step 4

Stir in the tomatoes, black beans, chili beans, and corn. Add the water and bring to a boil, then reduce to a rolling simmer. Cook for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally. If you like a thicker soup, cook it longer.

Step 5

Garnish with your favorite taco toppings and serve.

Step 6

To Make In the Slow Cooker

Step 7

In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, breaking into smaller chunks, until no longer pink. Add the onion and cook until it softens, about 3 minutes, then stir in the tomato paste, chile powder, cumin, garlic powder, and kosher salt, and cook for 2 more minutes, stirring often. Transfer the meat mixture to a slow cooker and add the tomatoes, black beans, chili beans, corn, and spices and stir to combine. Stir in 3 cups water. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours. Taste for seasoning and top with your favorite taco toppings before serving.

Step 8

To Make In the Instant Pot

Step 9

Sauté the ground beef, onions, and tomato paste in the insert of the Instant Pot. Add the spice seasonings and cook for 1–2 minutes. Add the tomatoes, corn, and 3 cups water and bring to a boil.

Step 10

Lock the lid into place and seal. Set to Pressure Cook for 8 minutes.

Step 11

Allow the soup to Naturally Release for 15 minutes, then Quick Release the pressure valve with the handle of a wooden spoon until the soup has vented all the way. Stir, taste for seasoning, garnish, and serve.