Description
A hearty and flavorful Slow Cooker Taco Rice Soup that combines seasoned ground beef, beans, tomatoes, and rice for a comforting Mexican-inspired meal perfect for busy days.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning (or 1 1 oz packet)
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 (14 oz each) cans fire roasted tomatoes
- 1 (15 oz) can chili beans
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
- 3 cups beef broth
- 1 cup cooked white or Spanish rice
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Brown the beef: In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it apart as it cooks until no longer pink. Season with taco seasoning and cook for 1-2 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.
- Transfer to slow cooker: Move the cooked beef to a slow cooker, then add the chopped onion, minced garlic, fire roasted tomatoes, chili beans, black beans, tomato sauce, and beef broth. Stir everything to combine thoroughly.
- Slow cook the soup: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the ingredients to soften.
- Add rice and season: Once cooking is complete, stir in the cooked rice. Season the soup with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Cover the slow cooker again and let the rice warm through for about 5 minutes.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with your favorite toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped cilantro, or sliced jalapeños. Enjoy your hearty taco rice soup!
Notes
- Use cooked rice to avoid mushiness; leftover rice works great.
- For a spicier soup, add chopped jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
- Vegetarian option: Substitute beef with plant-based protein and use vegetable broth instead of beef broth.
- Can be prepared a day ahead; flavors improve after resting overnight in the fridge.
- Adjust seasoning and salt according to taste, especially if using store-bought taco seasoning which can vary in salt content.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 21 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
