Today, I’m sharing a recipe that feels just like home in a bowl: Cozy Taco Soup.
This soup is easy, filling, full of flavor, and the perfect thing to whip up when you want something hearty but don’t want to spend all day in the kitchen.
You probably already have most of the ingredients in your pantry!
And if not, the shopping list is super simple (plus… who doesn’t love a good excuse to grab a bag of tortilla chips?).
This recipe is perfect for a day like today, rainy and cold.
Why You’ll Love This Taco Soup
- It’s one pot — less mess, more cozy.
- It’s budget-friendly — nothing fancy, just good real food.
- It’s customizable — add more spice if you like, or mellow it out for the whole family.
- And it makes plenty — perfect for leftovers or freezing a little batch for later!
Jenn’s Cozy Taco Soup Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef (or turkey)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14 oz)
- 1 can corn (14 oz)
- 1 can black beans (14 oz)
- 1 can pinto beans (14 oz)
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 jar chunky salsa (about 1/2 cup)
- 3 cups beef broth
- 1 teaspoon cumin (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Crushed tortilla chips, shredded cheddar, and sour cream for topping
Directions:
- In a large soup pot, brown the ground beef with the diced onion over medium heat.
- Stir in the minced garlic and taco seasoning. Let it cook another minute or two.
- Add the diced tomatoes, corn, black beans, pinto beans, salsa, and broth.
- Stir everything together and bring it to a gentle boil.
- Reduce the heat and let it simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and season with extra salt, pepper, or cumin if needed.
- Serve hot, loaded up with crushed tortilla chips, cheese, and a dollop of sour cream!
Extra cozy touch: A little squeeze of fresh lime over the top just makes it sing.
Serving Ideas:
This soup is a meal all by itself, but you could also serve it with:
- A side of cornbread
- A fresh green salad
- Warm tortillas on the side for dipping
And don’t be surprised if people come back for seconds — it’s just that kind of cozy.
A Little Note from My Kitchen
When I made this soup today, the whole house smelled so good I caught my cat Max wandering into the kitchen like he thought he might get a bowl too!
There’s just something about the smell of taco spices and simmering broth that feels like wrapping yourself in a warm blanket on a chilly day.
Cooking doesn’t have to be complicated to be meaningful.
This simple pot of soup is a reminder that small things — a homemade meal, a full belly, a cozy kitchen — are what make a house a home.
Happy Cooking, my friends!
I love you. You are perfect as you are. Happy cooking, and I’ll see you in the next one.
Bye bye!
P.S. Want the free printable shopping list I made for this recipe? [Download it here!]
Jenn’s Cozy Taco Soup Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 Pound Ground Beef or Turkey
- 1 small Onion diced
- 1 clove Garlic Minced and more if you prefer
- 1 14 oz can Diced Tomatos Do not drain
- 1 14 oz can Corn Drained
- 1 14 oz can Black Beans Rinsed and drained
- 1 14 oz can Pinto Beans Rinsed and drained
- 1 Jar Chuncky Salsa
- 3 cups Beef or Chicken Broth
- 1 tsp Cumin Optional
- Salt and Pepper To taste
Optional Toppers
- Grated Chedder Cheese
- Mashed Avacado
- Sour Cream
- Totilla chips
- Green Onion Chopped
- Lime
Instructions
- In a large soup pot, brown the ground beef with the diced onion over medium heat.
- Stir in the minced garlic and taco seasoning. Let it cook another minute or two.
- Add the diced tomatoes, corn, black beans, pinto beans, salsa, and broth.
- Add the diced tomatoes, corn, black beans, pinto beans, salsa, and broth.
- Reduce the heat and let it simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and season with extra salt, pepper, or cumin if needed.
- Serve hot, loaded up with crushed tortilla chips, cheese, and a dollop of sour cream!
- Extra cozy touch: A little squeeze of fresh lime over the top gives it an exciting twist!
