Description

This Slow Cooker Keto Taco Soup combines all the bold, spicy flavors of classic tacos into a rich, hearty, and keto-friendly soup. Made with ground beef, cream cheese, Rotel tomatoes, and a homemade taco seasoning blend, it’s incredibly easy to prepare in a Crockpot and perfect for meal prep or cozy dinners. The creamy texture and savory broth make this soup a family favorite, keto or not, and the option to customize with toppings like avocado, jalapeños, and shredded cheese adds a delightful finishing touch.

Ingredients

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For the Taco Seasoning

2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

For the Soup

2 pounds 85/15 ground beef
1 small onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2 cans (10 oz each) Rotel with green chiles
4 cups beef broth
Optional toppings: shredded cheese, jalapeño slices, avocado chunks

Instructions

Make the taco seasoning: In a small bowl, combine chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, onion powder, dried oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Alternatively, use 2 tablespoons of a premade taco seasoning blend.
Cook the beef and aromatics: In a skillet over medium heat, crumble and cook the ground beef along with diced onion and minced garlic. Cook until beef is browned and onions are softened. Drain excess grease from the pan.
Add seasonings and cream cheese: Reduce heat to low, stir in the taco seasoning, then add the softened cream cheese. Stir continuously until the cream cheese melts into the beef mixture, creating a creamy seasoned base.
Transfer to slow cooker: Pour the seasoned beef mixture into the slow cooker. Add chopped cilantro, both cans of Rotel, and beef broth. Stir gently until well combined.
Cook the soup: Cover and set the slow cooker on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours, allowing flavors to meld and soup to heat thoroughly.
Serve with toppings: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with optional toppings like shredded cheese, sliced jalapeños, and avocado chunks. Enjoy warm.

Notes

For a quicker version, this soup can also be made in an Instant Pot by sautéing the beef, onion, and garlic, then adding the seasonings, cream cheese, broth, and Rotel. Cook on Soup mode for 5 minutes and allow natural pressure release for 5 minutes.
The recipe uses 85/15 ground beef for a good balance of flavor and fat, but 80/20 or 75/25 can be substituted if preferred.
If you prefer milder flavor for kids, use mild Rotel or substitute one can with fire-roasted tomatoes.
Use an onion chopper to speed up prep time.
This recipe keeps well refrigerated and tastes delicious reheated for leftovers.
Feel free to customize toppings with sour cream, hot sauce, or shredded cheddar or parmesan cheese crisps for extra crunch.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Category: Soup
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: American

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