Creamy Taco Soup
A delightful soup bursting with vibrant flavors, perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (85/15)
- 1-2 packages taco seasoning
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 3 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 1 jalapeño, minced (remove membrane and seeds)
- 1 Anaheim pepper, minced
- 15 oz canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- 15 oz canned diced tomatoes with green chiles
- 15 oz canned corn, drained
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 whole lime, zest
- 1/2 lime lime juice (more as desired)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
- 4-8 oz cream cheese, softened use 8oz for more creaminess
Toppings
- sour cream
- cilantro
- shredded cheese
- avocado
Instructions
Preparation
- Bring a large Dutch oven to medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until fully browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess grease.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic to the pot. Stir until the onion softens, about 2-3 minutes.
Cooking
- Incorporate jalapeño, Anaheim pepper, 1 package of taco seasoning, black beans, diced tomatoes, corn, chicken broth, lime zest, lime juice, kosher salt, pepper, and oregano. Stir well.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Add softened cream cheese and stir over medium heat until it melts into the soup.
- Cover and let simmer for 10 minutes.
Serving
- Serve with fresh cilantro, shredded cheese, sour cream, and avocado on top.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a splash of hot sauce. You can swap ground beef for turkey or meat alternatives for a lighter version. Serve with a side salad for a well-rounded meal.