Description
Easy Creamy Taco Soup is a flavorful and comforting dish combining seasoned ground beef or chicken with velvety cream and fresh vegetables. Perfect for cozy family dinners or chilly evenings, this hearty soup offers a delightful blend of spicy, savory, and creamy flavors that will quickly become a favorite in your meal rotation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef or chicken (for chicken taco soup options)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 can (15 oz) sweet corn, drained
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 2 cups beef or chicken broth
- 1 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Optional: crushed tortilla chips or flatbread for serving
Instructions
- In a large pot, sauté diced onions until translucent. Add ground beef or chicken and cook until browned, breaking it apart. Season with salt, pepper, chili powder, and cumin.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for about one minute, then add diced tomatoes with green chilies.
- Add broth, corn, and black beans. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low, stir in sour cream or Greek yogurt until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasonings if needed.
- Ladle into bowls, top with shredded cheese, cilantro, and optional tortilla chips. Serve hot.
Notes
- Use lean protein options or vegetarian substitutes for a healthier variation.
- Adjust spice level with more chili powder or hot sauce.
- Add a splash of lime juice or smoked paprika for extra flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat gently.
- Freeze in individual portions for quick meals later.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1 1/3 cups)
- Calories: 290 Kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg