Description
This Easy Creamy Taco Soup is a flavorful and comforting dish perfect for quick weeknight dinners. Made with ground beef, taco seasoning, diced tomatoes, and creamy softened cream cheese, this soup combines hearty ingredients with a smooth texture. Topped with your favorite garnishes like shredded cheese, fresh cilantro, tortilla chips, and sour cream or Greek yogurt, it promises a satisfying taco-inspired meal in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (or turkey, or vegetarian option)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (with juices)
- 4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
Optional Toppings
- shredded cheese
- fresh cilantro
- tortilla chips
- sour cream or Greek yogurt
Instructions
- Brown the Meat: In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain off any excess fat to keep the soup from becoming greasy.
- Sauté the Vegetables: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot with the browned meat. Sauté for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are softened and fragrant.
- Add Seasonings and Tomatoes: Stir in the taco seasoning packet along with the can of diced tomatoes including their juices. Mix well to combine all the flavors.
- Pour in the Broth: Add 4 cups of chicken or vegetable broth to the pot and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Let it cook uncovered for about 10 minutes to develop the flavors.
- Add Cream Cheese: Cut the softened cream cheese into smaller chunks and stir them into the hot soup. Continue stirring until the cream cheese melts completely, creating a smooth and creamy consistency.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with your favorite optional toppings such as shredded cheese, fresh cilantro, tortilla chips, or sour cream/Greek yogurt. Enjoy this hearty, creamy taco soup warm.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or a vegetarian meat alternative for ground beef to suit dietary preferences.
- Using softened cream cheese at room temperature helps it blend smoothly into the soup.
- Feel free to add a diced jalapeño or a pinch of chili powder for extra spiciness.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently before serving.
- This soup can be made in advance and tastes even better the next day as flavors meld.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
