Description
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Slow Cooker Nacho Soup is a creamy, cheesy, and slightly spicy dish that brings all the flavors of nachos into a warm, comforting bowl. Packed with beef, beans, tomatoes, and gooey cheese, this easy slow cooker recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 4 oz cream cheese, cubed
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning
- Tortilla chips (for garnish)
- Sour cream (optional, for topping)
- Jalapeños (optional, for garnish)
- Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess grease and transfer to the slow cooker.
- Sauté the Aromatics: In the same skillet, sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until soft and fragrant. Add to the slow cooker.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the diced tomatoes with green chilies, black beans, kidney beans, corn, and chicken broth to the slow cooker. Stir well.
- Add Seasoning: Mix in the taco seasoning, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
- Slow Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Add the Cheeses: About 30 minutes before serving, add the cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese. Stir well to incorporate and allow the cheese to melt completely.
- Serve and Garnish: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with crushed tortilla chips, sour cream, jalapeños, and fresh cilantro as desired.
Notes
- Protein Swap: Use ground turkey or shredded chicken instead of ground beef.
- Vegetarian Option: Skip the meat and add extra beans or chopped bell peppers.
- Extra Spice: Add a dash of hot sauce or extra diced jalapeños for more heat.
- Low-Carb Alternative: Replace beans with extra vegetables like cauliflower or zucchini.
- Dairy-Free Version: Use dairy-free cheese and coconut cream instead of regular cream cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
- Category: soup
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Keywords: slow cooker nacho soup, cheesy taco soup, Tex-Mex soup, crockpot nacho soup, easy slow cooker soup