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Homemade taco soup frios recipe topped with Fritos, cheese, and sour cream in a bowl on a rustic kitchen counter.
Chef Ava

Easy 5-Ingredient Taco Soup

A hearty, flavorful taco soup with a crunchy Fritos twist, perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Core Soup Ingredients
  • 1 lb Ground Meat Lean ground beef, turkey, or chicken all work well.
  • 1 packet (1-oz) Taco Seasoning
  • 1 can (15-oz) Diced Tomatoes Do not drain.
  • 1 box (32-oz) Chicken Broth Beef or vegetable broth can be substituted.
  • 1 can (15-oz) Black Beans Be sure to drain and rinse well.
Optional Ingredients
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil For browning the meat.
  • 1 can (15-oz) Corn Drained.
Favorite Toppings
  • Shredded Cheddar Cheese
  • Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt
  • Crushed Tortilla Chips

Equipment

  • Large Pot or Dutch Oven
  • Spoon

Method
 

  1. 1. Sauté the Meat: Warm the optional olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the ground meat and the entire packet of taco seasoning. Crumble the meat with a spoon as it cooks, continuing until no pink remains. If using ground beef, carefully drain off any excess grease.
    2. Build the Soup: Pour in the chicken broth and the entire can of diced tomatoes (with their juices). Stir well. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
    3. Add Beans and Corn: Once simmering, stir in the drained black beans and the optional can of corn.
    4. Let Flavors Mingle: Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the soup gently simmer for at least 10-15 minutes. This quick step is key to letting all the flavors fully develop.
    5. Serve and Garnish: Ladle the hot soup into bowls. Garnish generously with your chosen toppings like shredded cheese and tortilla chips, then serve immediately.

Notes

Ingredient Tip: Rinsing the canned beans removes the excess sodium and starchy liquid, which results in a cleaner-tasting soup. Don't skip this step!
Meal Prep: This soup is perfect for meal prep. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave. Keep toppings separate until ready to serve.