Description
This Crockpot Cowboy Soup is a hearty and flavor-packed meal made with ground beef, beans, corn, and a savory blend of seasonings. Slow-cooked to perfection, this easy one-pot soup is perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or feeding a crowd. Serve with cornbread or crusty bread for a comforting dish everyone will love!
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 ounces) corn kernels, drained
- 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 can (4 ounces) diced green chilies
- 1 packet taco seasoning mix
- 1 packet ranch dressing mix
- 4 cups beef broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, and chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until fully browned. Drain excess fat.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes until onions are translucent.
- Transfer to Crockpot: Move the cooked beef, onion, and garlic to the slow cooker.
- Add Ingredients: Stir in diced tomatoes, kidney beans, pinto beans, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes with green chilies, diced green chilies, taco seasoning mix, and ranch dressing mix.
- Pour in the Broth: Add beef broth and stir well. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Slow Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until flavors meld together.
- Garnish & Serve: Serve hot, topped with shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, and chopped green onions.
Notes
- Make it Spicy: Add diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
- Thicker Soup: Stir in a cornstarch slurry (1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water) in the last 30 minutes.
- Vegetarian Option: Omit beef and use vegetable broth.
- Different Protein: Swap ground beef for turkey, chicken, or sausage.
- Add More Veggies: Bell peppers, carrots, or zucchini add extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
- Category: Soup
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
