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Delicious crock pot taco soup ready to serve for a cozy dinner

Crock Pot Taco Soup

A hearty and flavorful taco soup made effortlessly in the pressure cooker, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Protein
  • 0.5 pound ground beef brown it up first for good flavor
Veggies
  • 0.5 small yellow onion, chopped fine so it blends well
  • 1 can chopped green chiles mild heat and a nice kick
  • 0.5 cup frozen corn for a little sweet crunch in every bite
Canned Goods
  • 1 can petite diced tomatoes with liquid
  • 1 can black beans with liquid adds some hearty texture
  • 1 can beef broth for that rich meaty base
  • 0.5 cup tomato sauce to thicken and give a tangy touch
Spices
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning to bring the Mexican-inspired zest
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
Toppings
  • Chopped red onion
  • Cilantro
  • Lime wedges
  • Shredded pepper jack or Monterey jack cheese
  • Sour cream
  • Tortilla chips

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Brown the Ground Beef: In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat and set aside.
  2. Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, sauté the chopped yellow onion, along with the canned green chiles, until the onion becomes translucent.
Cooking
  1. Combine Ingredients: In the pressure cooker, add the browned beef, sautéed veggies, diced tomatoes (with liquid), black beans (with liquid), beef broth, tomato sauce, and the spices. Stir well.
  2. Cook Under Pressure: Seal the pressure cooker and cook on high for about 15 minutes. Allow the pressure to release naturally for better flavor integration.
Serving
  1. Open the pressure cooker and serve the soup hot. Top it with red onions, cilantro, lime wedges, cheese, sour cream, and tortilla chips as desired.

Notes

Feel free to adjust taco seasoning to your spice preference. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days; it tastes even better the next day! Freeze portions for a quick dinner option down the road.