Instant Pot Taco Soup

Get ready to enjoy the flavors of this delightful Instant Pot Taco Soup, a hearty and satisfying meal that brings the essence of taco night to your table in no time.

As the days get colder and the nights grow longer, there’s nothing quite like a hearty bowl of soup to warm you up. And when it comes to comfort food with a kick, taco soup is an unbeatable choice.

Not only is it rich and flavorful, but it’s also incredibly easy to make, especially if you have an Instant Pot. In today’s post, we’ll walk you through the steps to create a delicious taco soup that’s sure to become a staple in your winter meal rotation. So, let’s spice things up and dive into this mouth-watering recipe!

Gathering Your Ingredients

Before we begin cooking, it’s essential to gather all your ingredients. Here’s what you’ll need:

• 1 pound of ground beef (hamburger meat)
• 1/2 large onion (or 1 small onion), chopped
• 1 package of taco seasoning
• 1/2 to 1 can of chopped green chilies
• 2 to 3 cups of beef broth (we’ll be using 2 1/2 cups)
• 1 can of diced tomatoes (preferably with green chilies)
• 1 can of corn (including the liquid)
• 1 can of black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can of kidney beans, drained and rinsed

Additional toppings for serving:

• Mexican style grated cheese (or regular cheese)
• Sliced olives
• Sour cream
• Fritos (scoopable plain or chili flavored)

Preparing the Instant Pot

Step 1: Sauté the Beef and Onions

First, turn on the sauté function on your Instant Pot and let it heat up. Once the pot is hot, add one pound of ground beef. Break up the meat with a spatula and cook it until it’s almost all the way cooked through. At this point, add the chopped onion and continue cooking until the meat is fully cooked and the onions are translucent.

Pro Tip: If your ground beef has a high-fat content, you might want to drain the excess fat after cooking. However, lean ground beef, like the kind purchased from Costco, usually doesn’t need draining.

Step 2: Season Your Meat

Next, add a package of taco seasoning and half to one full can of chopped green chilies. Stir these ingredients into the meat mixture to ensure everything is well combined.

Step 3: Deglaze the Pot

Now, it’s time to add the beef broth. Pour in 2 1/2 cups of beef broth, making sure to scrape the bottom of the pot to deglaze it. This step ensures you won’t get that annoying burn notice when you pressure cook.

Adding the Vegetables and Beans

Step 4: Add Diced Tomatoes and Corn

To the pot, add one can of diced tomatoes (if you have diced tomatoes with green chilies, that works great too). Then, add one can of corn, including all the liquid from the can.

Step 5: Add the Beans

Next, add one can of black beans and one can of kidney beans. Make sure to drain and rinse these beans before adding them to the pot. Give everything a good stir to mix all the ingredients well.

Cooking the Soup

Step 6: Pressure Cook

After stirring, turn off the sauté function. Place the lid on the Instant Pot and ensure it is set to the sealing position. Select the “Soup/Broth” button and set the cooking time for 15 minutes.

Natural Release and Serving

Step 7: Natural Release

Once the cooking time is complete, allow the Instant Pot to naturally release pressure for 10 minutes. After this, carefully release the remaining pressure by turning the valve.

Step 8: Serving Your Taco Soup

Open the lid and give the soup a final stir. To serve, ladle the soup into bowls and add your favorite toppings. Here’s how we like to plate it:

• Sprinkle some Mexican style grated cheese or regular cheese on top.
• Add a few sliced olives if you’re a fan.
• Dollop a dab of sour cream onto the soup.
• Serve with Fritos on the side. The scoopable Fritos are perfect as they can double as spoons to scoop up your soup.

Conclusion

This Instant Pot taco soup is not only full of comforting flavors but also quick and easy to prepare. It’s a perfect dish for those chilly days when you need something warming and hearty. Whether you’re cooking for your family or preparing a simple meal for yourself, this taco soup will surely become a favorite.