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Easy Hearty Crockpot Taco Soup Recipe with Black Beans and Corn

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A warm, comforting, and effortlessly delicious crockpot taco soup featuring black beans and corn, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy nights in.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef or turkey, browned and drained (can swap for plant-based crumbles for vegetarian version)
  • 2 cans (15 oz each) canned black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) canned corn kernels, drained (fresh or frozen corn can be used)
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, preferably fire-roasted
  • 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
  • 2 cups beef or vegetable broth
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning (store-bought or homemade blend of chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, and cayenne)
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, sliced avocado, chopped cilantro, crushed tortilla chips
  • Optional: lime juice for freshness

Instructions

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef or turkey and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and no longer pink, about 6 to 8 minutes. Drain excess fat.
  2. In the same pan, add chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  3. Transfer browned meat, onions, and garlic to the slow cooker. Add black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, and tomato sauce.
  4. Pour in beef or vegetable broth. Sprinkle taco seasoning, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir gently to combine.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 5 to 6 hours or on high for 2 to 3 hours until soup thickens and flavors meld.
  6. About 15 minutes before serving, taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Add a squeeze of lime juice if desired.
  7. Ladle soup into bowls and top with shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado slices, cilantro, or crushed tortilla chips.

Notes

Brown the meat and sauté onions and garlic before adding to the crockpot for best flavor. Adjust seasoning after cooking. If soup is too thick, stir in a splash of broth or water. Cooking on low preserves bean and corn texture better than high heat. Optional toppings add fresh, crunchy, or creamy contrast.

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