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Crock Pot Taco Rice Soup

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Crock Pot Taco Rice Soup is a delicious, hearty one-pot meal that brings the flavors of tacos into a comforting soup. Packed with savory ground meat, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic spices, this easy-to-make dish simmers in your slow cooker, allowing the ingredients to meld beautifully. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, it offers a satisfying meal that’s customizable with your favorite toppings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef or turkey
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup bell peppers, diced (any color)
  • 1 cup uncooked brown rice
  • 2 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes (with juice)
  • 1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup corn (frozen or canned)

Instructions

  1. Brown the ground meat in a skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
  2. Sauté the diced onion and minced garlic in the same skillet until fragrant and translucent, about 3 minutes.
  3. In the crock pot, combine the browned meat, sautéed onion and garlic, bell peppers, brown rice, taco seasoning, diced tomatoes (with juice), black beans, chicken broth, and corn. Stir well.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours until the rice is tender.
  5. Adjust consistency if needed by cooking longer on low; stir occasionally.
  6. Serve hot with desired toppings like cheese or avocado.

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Keywords: - Customize by adding additional vegetables like zucchini or swapping proteins for chicken or plant-based options. - For extra flavor, consider using homemade taco seasoning instead of store-bought. - Let the soup sit for a few minutes after cooking to allow flavors to meld.

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