A rich, hearty, one-pot meal that tastes like tacos in a bowl — loaded with ground beef, tomatoes, spices, and a creamy finish. Perfect for weeknights or meal prep!
🍽️ Recipe Overview
- Servings: 4–6
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
- Total Time: ~35–40 minutes
- Course: Soup, Main Dish
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
- Diet: Low-Carb / Gluten-Free Friendly
🛒 Ingredients
Base:
- 1 lb ground beef (or turkey)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasoning:
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade: 1 tsp chili powder, ½ tsp cumin, ½ tsp paprika, ¼ tsp oregano, ¼ tsp garlic powder, salt & pepper)
Soup Body:
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
- 1 can green chilies (optional for heat)
- 3 cups beef or chicken broth
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup heavy cream or sour cream
Toppings (Optional but delicious):
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Shredded cheese
- Avocado slices
- Jalapeños
- Lime wedges
👨🍳 Instructions
1. Brown the Meat
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain excess grease if needed.
2. Sauté Aromatics
Add diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until soft.
Add garlic and cook another 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Add Seasoning & Tomatoes
Sprinkle in taco seasoning and stir to coat the beef.
Add diced tomatoes and green chilies (if using). Stir to combine.
4. Pour in Broth
Add broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
Let it cook for 10–15 minutes to develop flavor.
5. Make It Creamy
Stir in softened cream cheese until melted and fully incorporated.
Add heavy cream or sour cream. Stir well and simmer for another 5 minutes — don’t boil after adding cream!
6. Taste & Adjust
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust spice level if desired.
7. Serve
Ladle hot soup into bowls and top with your favorite taco toppings!
❄️ Storage
- Refrigerator: 3–4 days
- Freezer: Up to 3 months (freeze before adding cream for best results)
- Reheat: Gently on stovetop or microwave — stir well
🔄 Variations
- Swap beef for ground turkey or shredded chicken
- Add cauliflower rice, zucchini, or black soybeans for texture
- Use coconut milk for a dairy-free version
🧾 Estimated Nutrition (Per Serving – No toppings)
- Calories: ~320
- Protein: 22g
- Fat: 24g
- Net Carbs: ~6g
- Fiber: 1–2g
Let me know if you’d like a keto, dairy-free, or Instant Pot version!
