Crockpot Taco Soup

A bowl of shredded chicken and beef chili topped with avocado slices, shredded cheese, sour cream, and cilantro.

This crockpot taco soup is warm, hearty, and full of flavor. The slow cooker does all the work, making it simple and hands-off. Top it with cheese, sour cream, or avocado for an extra touch of richness.

Course Main Course, Main Dishes, Soup, Soups and Stews

Cuisine American, International, Mexican

Keyword black beans, chili, crockpot, crockpot taco soup, diced tomatoes, ground beef, seasoning, slow cooker, soup recipes, sour cream, taco seasoning, taco soup, taco soup recipe, topping

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 8

Servings Servings

Calories 232kcal

Author Zuzana Paar

Equipment

Ingredients

½ Piece Cabbage head, shredded
1 Pound Ground Beef
8 Cup Chicken Broth
1 teaspoon Paprika
1 teaspoon Cumin
1 Pound Chicken Breast
2 Pieces Tomatoes 14 oz cans diced, drained
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1 teaspoon Onion Powder
1 teaspoon Salt or to taste
1 teaspoon Black Pepper or to taste
Lime Wedges
Chopped Cilantro
Avocado
Shredded Cheese
Sour Cream

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

Gather chicken stock, chicken breasts, diced tomatoes, shredded cabbage, ground beef, spices, and optional toppings so everything is ready before you start.
Roll the ground beef into small 1-inch meatballs and lightly season with salt and pepper.
Thinly shred the cabbage so it cooks down easily; set aside.
Place chicken breasts in the bottom, add meatballs, cabbage, tomatoes, spices, and pour in chicken stock to cover.
Cook on low 7–8 hours or high 4–5 hours, then shred the chicken in the pot and serve with your favorite toppings.

Notes

Brown the meat first: Browning your beef or chicken before adding it to the crockpot gives the soup a richer flavor. It also keeps the meat from tasting bland or mushy.
Use low-sodium broth: Since taco seasoning already has plenty of salt, low-sodium broth helps balance the flavors. This way, you can control the seasoning better.
Add beans last if you like them firm: Cooking beans too long in the slow cooker can make them extra soft. Stir them in during the last hour to keep their texture.
Don’t forget the toppings: Fresh toppings like avocado, cilantro, cheese, or lime juice can completely change the soup. They add brightness and make each bowl taste unique.

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