Take a flavor adventure to taco wonderland when you make this Easy Crockpot Taco Soup! This is your classic taco soup… supercharged with extraordinary flavor!
Easy Crockpot Taco Soup
Is it time to give your Taco Tuesday an unforgettably tasty makeover? You’ll LOVE this brilliantly easy Crockpot Taco Soup Recipe!
Rachael writes: “I made this last night for dinner. We’ve had a few different taco soups already, but this one, by far, was the BEST! Thank you from my family to yours for the best recipe ever. Even my 9 year old has a clean bowl.”
Kick boring dinners to the curb and buckle your seat belts for some crave worthy Slow Cooker Taco Soup!
Once the delicious scents start drifting out of your home as it cooks, the neighbors will start drooling.
Don’t be surprised if a 35-year old man from a van down by the river shows up asking for a bowl! And if he does, you might as well gather the kids… just in case he has a motivational speech he’d like to share once, twice… or maybe even thrice.
Now back to the kitchen! Making this fun 6 can Taco Soup with Ranch Dressing Mix and Rotel… is truly an excellent decision!
With protein packed beans and beef, and taco spice magic, this simple to make crock pot taco soup is one of the tastiest ways to warm up on a cold day.
And of course… adding Ranch gives this taco soup the perfect plot twist!
Believe me, things are about to get outrageously good. Plus it’s such a fun, healthy option for a weeknight dinner!
Feed your family, meal prep with freezer friendly leftovers, or feed a crowd at a Fall party.
With all the irresistible Mexican flavors you love minus the effort, this rich and savory taco soup crockpot dinner will fast become a favorite.
You can even get wild and top it with a dollop of sour cream, sliced green onions, and some fritos for an extra punch of flavor! As a result, you’ll be rewarded with HUGE smiles all around the table!
Just like when you make this taste bud thrilling Crock Pot Chili Recipe, creamy Broccoli Cheese Soup, and this cozy Crockpot Chicken Noodle Soup, too!
So go grab your Crock Pot and get ready for a most agreeable Texas taco soup.
Heavenly thick soup is what chilly nights were made for!
These are the key ingredients you’ll need…
Easy Crockpot Taco Soup Ingredients
You’ll just need the following ingredients to make the BEST Crockpot Taco Soup Recipe Ever!
First, check your pantry and fridge, then add the following to your next grocery list so you can score some Walmart grocery deals…
- Browned Ground Beef – I used 85% lean.
- Beef Broth – for a flavorful base.
- Black Beans & Kidney Beans – or you could use 2 cans of black beans.
- Petite Diced Tomatoes – no need to drain.
- Canned Corn – no need to drain.
- Rotel – Diced Tomatoes + Green Chilies.
- Ranch Seasoning Mix – use a packet or this homemade Hidden Valley Buttermilk Ranch Recipe.
- Taco Seasoning Mix – use a packet or Homemade Taco Seasoning.
- Onion Powder – to crank up the flavor.
- Salt – I like to use Sea Salt.
Like many of my other crockpot dinner recipes, you’ll also need a 5 – 6 quart Crock Pot to prepare this Frugal Girls taco soup.
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This easy crockpot taco soup recipe with ground beef and ranch dressing truly is one of the EASIEST slow cooker soup recipes you’ll ever make!
Plus, you can even freeze the leftovers for later!
Here’s what you’ll do to make this fabulous recipe for taco soup with rotel…
1. Add all of your ingredients to your crockpot.
2. Cover your crockpot with the lid.
3. Cook per the instructions on the recipe card below.
4. Once it’s done, ladle into soup bowls.
5. Then… don’t forget to add some tasty taco toppings just like you would with these slow cooker beef tacos and these slow cooker chicken tacos. Some of the best toppings include Sour Cream, Shredded Cheese, Green Onions, Tortilla Strips, and/or Fritos.
I like to lay out all of my taco toppings and let everyone add however much they’d like.
Scroll down for the printable recipe card with detailed, step-by-step instructions.
How Do You Thicken Taco Soup?
If you like it thick and delicious, these simple tricks work like a charm!
1. Make sure to drain your ground beef after cooking.
2. Drain kidney beans before adding to the crockpot.
3. Also drain black beans before adding to the crockpot.
4. If necessary, stir in 1 – 2 tablespoons tomato paste prior to serving.
Now you’re on your way to a thick and delicious hearty dinner tonight!
Easy Crockpot Taco Soup Variations
So you want to change things up? Go for it!
Here are some easy variations you can play around with…
Chicken Taco Soup: Try this easy Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe!
Vegetarian Taco Soup: Skip the beef, substitute vegetable broth, and add more Veggies
Stovetop Taco Soup: Cook all ingredients in large pot on the stove, then simmer until ready.
Michelle writes: “Just as good on the stovetop. Cooked on high, covered for 20 min then brought down to a simmer, covered for another 20 minutes.”
Turkey Taco Soup: Substitute ground turkey.
Jessi writes: “This was very delicious! I made my own taco seasoning and ranch seasoning and used ground turkey. Definitely something I would make again.”
What to Serve with Taco Soup
There are so many delicious sides you can serve up with a hearty bowl of this tasty delight!
To start, here are my top 10 picks for tasty easy crockpot taco soup sides…
- A Bottle of Mexican Coke
- Chipotle Copycat Cilantro Lime Rice
- Chips dipped into this Simple Guacamole Recipe
- Fresh Corn Salsa Recipe and Chips
- Hot Mexican Street Corn Salad
- Mexican Style Corn on the Cob
- Refried Bean Dip
- Restaurant Style Easy Salsa Recipe and Chips
- Side Salad
- Spanish Rice
Storing Crockpot Taco Soup Leftovers
This taco sensation makes the BEST leftovers!
In the Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container. Eat within 3 – 4 days.
In the Freezer: Allow to cool completely, then transfer to freezer bags. Freeze up to 3 months.
How to Reheat
This tasty taco inspired recipe is one of my favorite Easy Meal Prep Ideas, because it’s so simple to reheat.
You can easily heat it back up on the stove or in the microwave for lunch or dinner the next day.
Here’s what you’ll do…
How to Reheat Taco Soup in the Microwave
Ladle leftovers into a microwave safe bowl and microwave for 1 – 2 minutes, or until hot and ready.
How to Reheat Taco Soup on the Stove
Transfer your leftovers into a pot and reheat over medium heat for about 5 – 10 minutes, or until hot, stirring regularly.
Easy Crock Pot Taco Soup Reviews
Here’s what your frugal friends are saying about this 6 can taco soup…
Kim writes: “I tried this taco soup tonight and it was amazing! My husband loved it, too! We will definitely make this again.”
Jennifer writes: “This was so delicious! And it makes quite a bit. Definitely easy and will be added to our frequently made list of dishes.”
Erin writes: Best taco soup ever!! Easy and absolutely delicious!!”
Latasha writes: “The best soup ever!!! I love it. This is my second time making it. The first time I made it in the crockpot & yesterday I cooked it on top of the stove. Amazing comfort food.”
Ashley writes: “Delicious! Will make again very soon! Wonderful on a cold day.”
Rachael writes: “I made this last night for dinner. We’ve had a few different taco soups already, but this one, by far, was the BEST! Thank you from my family to yours for the best recipe ever. Even my 9 year old has a clean bowl.”
Jessica writes: “Came out great! The family is already begging for it again. Served with a side of cornbread”
Erin writes: “One of my go to favorite soups. So easy and fast. Over the past year when friends would get sick I would make up a batch of this and doorbell ditch it to them.”
Carol writes: “Made last weekend and shared with friends! They loved it!”
Michelle writes: “I found this recipe over the summer and have made it about 4 times since! It’s a huge hit with friends and family alike! It’s a definite keeper.”
Amanda writes: “Love, love, love this!! I’ve made it countless times and it seems to get better each time!”
Melissa writes: “This continues to be my all time favorite recipe!!”
Monica writes: “I’ve made this a few times and its a hit! My nephew requests that I make it all the time! I am actually currently making it as I’m typing! Amazing and delicious!”
Cindy writes: “I have made this before and it couldn’t be easier or more delicious!”
Amelia writes: “Very yummy! I froze half of it and then shortly after took it out of the freezer because I wanted to eat more!”
Karin writes: “We’ve made this a couple of times now and love it!”
Michelle writes: “Made this for supper tonight and it was definitely a hit at our house!!!!”
Gail writes: “I have made this recipe several times – everyone I have served this to loves it. Easy to make – serve with Frito scoops, sour cream and extra cheese.”
Paris writes: “We make this all the time, we add black olives to it and top it with cheese and chili & cheese Fritos. Easy, quick family favorite.”
Elyse writes: “This has become a regular recipe for us! It’s so good and SO easy! It’s also a great recipe for food storage staples.”
Danielle writes: “Loved it!! This soup is packed full of flavor! We love avocado with cheese and sour cream on top”
David writes: “Very good and very simple. Took this to a potluck and it was gone in no time.”
Elizabeth writes: “We like this soup when we are camping. I brown the beef ahead of time so there is less prep at the camp site. The kids like it topped with shredded cheese and a dollop of sour cream. They eat it with Tostito Scoops.”
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Easy Crockpot Taco Soup
Ingredients
- 1 lb. Ground Beef, (browned and drained)
- 14.5 oz. Beef Broth, (1 can)
- 16 oz. Kidney Beans, (1 can, rinsed and drained)
- 15 oz. Black Beans, (1 can, rinsed and drained)
- 14.5 oz. Petite Diced Tomatoes, (1 can + liquid from can)
- 15 oz. Corn, (1 can + liquid from can)
- 10 oz. Rotel, (1 can Original Rotel)
- 1 oz. Ranch Seasoning Mix, (Hidden Valley Ranch Seasoning Mix packet or 3 tbsp. Ranch Dressing Mix)
- 1 oz. Taco Seasoning, (Taco Seasoning Mix Packet or 3 tbsp. homemade Taco Seasoning)
- 1.5 tsp. Onion Powder
- ½ tsp. Sea Salt
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients.
- Add all ingredients (except garnish ingredients) to Crockpot and stir well.
- Cook on HIGH for 2 hours, or LOW for 4 hours.
- Top with a dollop of Sour Cream, Shredded Cheddar, Chopped Green Onions, and some Fritos for a delicious added punch of flavor! ENJOY!!
Notes
- Freezing Instructions: If you’d like to freeze the soup for later, allow it to cool off after you have cooked it. Then transfer soup to Ziploc Freezer bags, and lay flat in the freezer to save space.
- Reheating Instructions: To Reheat in the Microwave: Ladle leftover soup into a microwave safe bowl and microwave for 1 – 2 minutes, or until hot and ready. To Reheat on the Stove: Transfer leftover taco soup into a pot and reheat over medium heat for about 5 – 10 minutes, or until hot, stirring regularly.
- FAQ’s: For answers to Frequently Asked Questions or tips for common substitutions and variations, please refer to the detailed information above this recipe card.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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I have made a different version of this for many years now, and it is an all time favorite. I have always used chicken broth instead of the beef broth and still use the ground beef. I also put two cans of corn in it, one yellow and one white corn. I use pinto beans instead of kidney beans, I only use the can of Rotel and not the can of diced tomatoes. I don’t use the garlic salt or salt. With all the can ingredients I don’t drain any of them, it helps having the extra liquid and gives the soup more flavor. When I got the recipe many years ago from a co-worker she used pinto beans and kidney beans, and instead of the white corn she put in hominy. I really don’t care for kidney beans or hominy so that is why I switched it up with the black beans and white corn. There are many possibilities of changing this wonderful soup to your taste, it’s just so versatile.
That sounds like a delicious version as well, Glori! Thanks so much for sharing! 🙂
Does this freeze well? And if so, how long is it good for in the freezer?
Hi Alyssa ~ I haven’t personally tried freezing this one, but here’s what one reader who made it said: “It was great! I dumped all the ingredients into a gallon freezer bag, then thawed it the night before I put it in the crockpot. I turned the crockpot on low and when I got home 10 hours later it was ready!” Hope that helps!
I made this and loved it!! I just bought the ingredients to make it again and want to double it.. Do I have to adjust the cook time and I have a 6 quart crock, will it fit??
If doubling, I would recommend using a 7 – 8 quart crockpot. Then, you’ll want to add on at least 20 – 30 minutes to the cook time. Just keep an eye on it to determine when it’s hot and ready.
I want to make this but with chicken ..should I change the beef broth with chicken broth ?
Hi Christina ~ here’s a recipe for a Chicken version… ENJOY! 🙂
https://thefrugalgirls.com/2015/02/crockpot-chicken-tortilla-soup-recipe.html
Looking forward to trying this! Quick question – has anyone ever done this with ground turkey? Any input? Thanks for sharing!
Hi Roberta ~ I haven’t tried it yet with Ground Turkey, but it should work just as well. If you try it, let us know how it turns out!
I have used ground turkey and it is great!
I’m glad to hear that!
Have you used it with ground turkey instead? Just wondering how it tasted! I’m sure ground beef is delicious but I have a wedding coming up I gotta get ready for 🙂
You can definitely substitute ground turkey for the beef in this recipe.
I made the taco soup last night. It was really good. My husband said it reminded him of chili. Either way it was yummy, yummy, yummy. Thank you for posting such easy recipes. Tonight we are going to try the orange chicken. I’m pretty excited
It does have some similarities to chili… I love how thick and hearty it is. So glad you both liked it and are enjoying the easy recipes, Angel! 🙂
My boyfriend made this for us the other night. He substituted the beef with chicken breast. He marinated the chicken in taco seasoning and used chicken broth instead of beef. Absolutely delicious!
I make a similar version with chicken, too… SO delicious! So glad you liked it, Jayne!
I made this soup a few days ago as an alternative to my usual vegetables soup. My husband and I loved it! The only adjustment I made was to sauté one medium diced onion instead of using onion powder. Perfect for a cold day. Thanks for the recipe.
So glad you both loved it, Christine! Yes… it’s super delicious with sauteed onions, too!
Just finished putting everything in the crock pot. Patiently waiting for a delicious lunch on a 28° chilly day. Thanks for the recipe!
Aww ~ you’re very welcome, Antonia… nothing beats a yummy, hot soup on a chilly day! ENJOY! 🙂
How many servings does this recipe make? I just received a new crock pot for Christmas, but it is a small one (4 quart) and I’m cooking for only one or two. Please respond, I’m at the very least the third person to ask this question, and I really want to try this.
Hi Tara ~ this makes a big batch and serves approx. 8 – 10. I typically cook in my 5.5 quart or 7 quart Crock Pot, due to the size of the recipe. Hope that helps! 🙂
Hello Heidi!
If I am doubling the recipe, should I cook this longer? I’ve made this many times and everyone LOVES IT! ❤️
-Krislyn
Hi Krislyn ~ I’m so glad to hear you all love the Taco Soup! If doubling the recipe, you’ll definitely want to extend the cook time. Just keep an eye on it, and stir occasionally so that big batch heats up evenly. When the entire batch is evenly heated and all hot, it’s ready to serve! 🙂
How can I adjust the taco soup to my 4 qt crockpot? i bought everything, it looks great!
Hi Anne… I would suggest cutting the recipe in half to make sure it fits easily in your 4 quart crockpot. Hope that helps! 🙂