Easy Turkey Taco Soup
If you’ve been searching for an easy family dinner that’s wholesome, delicious, and kid-approved, this healthy taco soup recipe checks all the boxes! This Easy Turkey Taco Soup is a high-protein, high-fiber recipe that’s perfect for busy weeknights. This is a go-to for my family on busy school nights. It’s a nutritious one-pot meal that’s both filling and flavorful. It’s incredibly simple to make, budget-friendly, and makes a big batch—so you can serve it right away, meal prep for the week, or freeze leftovers for another night.
Why You’ll Love This Easy Turkey Taco Soup
- Healthy and Filling – Packed with lean protein from ground turkey, fiber-rich beans, and veggies, this taco soup is a balanced meal that keeps the whole family satisfied.
- Quick and Easy – When I say easy, I mean this is super easy! Minimal prep, simple ingredients, and it only uses one pot. It doesn't get much simpler than this one!
- Family-Friendly and Freezer-Friendly – Kid-approved flavors everyone will enjoy, plus it makes a big batch so you can freeze leftovers for busy nights.
Nutrients in This Recipe
Fiber – Fiber is one of my favorite nutrients that does so much more than just keep your gut healthy. It can help keep you feeling fuller for longer, stabilize blood sugar, help fight cravings, and promotes heart health.
Magnesium – Black beans and ground turkey contain this mineral that is great for your heart, muscles, and nervous system.
Iron – Important for producing energy and preventing fatigue, iron is an important micronutrient found in both beans and ground turkey. One serving of this soup provides about 25% of your daily iron needs!
The Ingredients:
- Onion & garlic - I prefer to use yellow onions in this recipe as I feel it blends well with the other ingredients and adds a subtle sweetness.
- Ground turkey – I typically use 97% lean ground turkey in this recipe and feel that it works really well. If you're using 99% lean, you may want to increase the seasonings to flavor it well as sometimes ultra lean turkey can be flavorless.
- Seasonings –Chili powder, cumin, salt
- Crushed tomatoes
- Chicken broth
- Beans and corn – I love black beans in this recipe, but you could swap them for kidney beans if you'd rather.
How To Make This Easy Turkey Taco Soup
(Full Recipe Below)
First start by sauteeing the onions until translucent, then add the minced garlic to the pot.
Next add the turkey, chili powder, and cumin to the pot and mix well, breaking up the turkey and cooking until it has browned.
Add the crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, black beans and corn to the pot.
Next mix well, bring to a boil, then simmer for the next 20 minutes or so to let the flavors deepen. The longer you let it simmer, the more the flavors will blend!
Serve with optional toppings like shredded cheddar, sour cream, green onions, and/or tortilla strips.
Recipe Tips & Variations
➡️ Protein swap – Not a fan of ground turkey? You can use ground chicken, beef or even plant-based crumbles for a vegetarian option.
➡️ Spice it up – If you want a little kick, add diced green chiles or jalapenos. You can even add a pinch of cayenne pepper or crushed red pepper flakes for more spice!
➡️ Meal prep or freeze – This soup stays good in the refrigerator for about 4-5 days and freezes well up to 6 months. Store in single-serve containers for easy grab-and-go lunches.
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Easy Turkey Taco Soup
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion finely diced
- 3-4 garlic cloves minced
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- ½ tablespoon cumin
- 1 28 ounce can crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 15 ounce cans black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups frozen corn
- Salt to taste
- Optional toppings: green onion sour cream, shredded cheddar, tortilla strips
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. When the oil is hot, add the onions and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Next, add the garlic to the pot and cook another 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Raise the heat to medium-high and add the turkey, chili powder, and cumin to the pot.
- Stir to mix well and break up the ground turkey with a wooden spoon or spatula. Cook until it is browned, about 7 minutes or so stirring and chopping frequently.
- Add the chopped tomatoes, chicken broth, black beans and corn to the pot. Raise the heat to high and stir the soup well to combine all of the ingredients.
- When the soup comes to a boil, lower the heat to medium/low. Cover the pot and simmer the soup for at least 20 – 25 minutes. Stir every 5-10 minutes.
- Serve with optional toppings like shredded cheddar, sour cream, green onions, and/or tortilla strips!
Nutrition
Nutrition Disclaimer:
Nutrition facts are estimates and may vary based on specific ingredients and brands used, as well as portion sizes. I calculate these values using my own ingredients and tools, but please treat them as a general guide—not a guarantee. For the most accurate results, consider using your own preferred nutrition calculator.
