Chad’s Slow Cooker Taco Soup Recipe

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Chad's Slow Cooker Taco Soup creates easy, hearty, yet extremely tasty preparations that represent forms of chili using convenient slow cooking methods and unique ingredients. This hands-off recipe utilizes slow cooker technology for optimal flavor development while accommodating busy schedules. The taco soup approach creates familiar comfort food with minimal effort.

Taco soup topped with tortillas, sour cream and garnished with jalapeno slice

This easy soup is hearty, yet extremely tasty. This is really a form of chili, but uses some ingredients not found in regular chili. Sure to be a hit, you can adjust the spice as needed by using varying levels of jalapenos and RO*TEL® varieties. Top with shredded sharp Cheddar cheese and/or sour cream. Serve with tortilla chips. Leftovers can be frozen and enjoyed later.

Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
8 hrs 20 mins
Total Time:
8 hrs 40 mins
Servings:
20
Yield:
20 servings
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Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef

  • 1 pound bulk hot pork sausage

  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes

  • 1 (15.25 ounce) can whole kernel corn with red and green bell peppers (such as Mexicorn®), drained and rinsed

  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained

  • 1 (14 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained

  • 1 (1 ounce) package ranch dressing mix

  • 1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning mix

  • 1 onion, chopped

  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped

  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped

  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers (such as RO*TEL®), undrained

  • ½ cup chili sauce

  • 2 fresh jalapeno peppers, diced

  • 1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle dark beer

  • ground black pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Brown the ground beef completely in a large skillet over medium heat; drain. Transfer the beef to a slow cooker.

  2. Brown the sausage completely in a large skillet over medium heat; drain. Transfer the beef to a slow cooker.

  3. Add the crushed tomatoes, corn, black beans, kidney beans, ranch dressing mix, taco seasoning mix, onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, diced tomatoes with green chile peppers, chili sauce, jalapeno peppers, beer, and black pepper to the slow cooker. Set slow cooker to Low and cook 8 to 10 hours, or, if you prefer, on High for 4 to 6 hours.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

195 Calories
8g Fat
19g Carbs
11g Protein
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Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 20
Calories 195
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8g10%
Saturated Fat 3g14%
Cholesterol 27mg9%
Sodium 839mg36%
Total Carbohydrate 19g7%
Dietary Fiber 5g16%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 11g22%
Vitamin C 22mg25%
Calcium 42mg3%
Iron 2mg12%
Potassium 402mg9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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John Davis
John Davis

Hi, I’m John Davis!
Food has always been my favorite way to connect with people, and that’s why I started blogging about it. I love sharing quick, creative recipes that prove cooking at home can be just as exciting as eating out. Whether it’s a speedy weeknight dinner or a fun snack, I enjoy keeping things simple, flavorful, and approachable for everyone. When I’m not experimenting in the kitchen, I’m usually exploring new cuisines or hunting for fresh inspiration at local markets.

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