Description
This Ground Beef Enchilada Soup is the perfect comfort food—hearty, flavorful, and filling. Made with tender ground beef, a rich enchilada sauce base, and a blend of vegetables and spices, this soup is topped with crispy tortilla chips, sour cream, and cheese for a satisfying meal. It’s a great option for busy weeknights or cozy dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Soup:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 10 oz can enchilada sauce
- 4 oz cream cheese (cubed)
- 1 10 oz can diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 yellow onion (chopped)
- 1 bell pepper (chopped)
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
For Toppings:
- Broken tortilla chips or strips
- Sour cream
- Shredded cheese (Mexican blend or cheddar)
- Lime wedges (optional)
- Chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Cook the Ground Beef:
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
- Prepare the Soup Base:
- To the pot, add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the taco seasoning, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and beef broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Add the Cream Cheese and Enchilada Sauce:
- Add the cubed cream cheese and enchilada sauce to the pot. Stir to combine until the cream cheese melts and the soup is creamy.
- Simmer the Soup:
- Add the frozen corn to the soup and let it simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
- Serve:
- Ladle the soup into bowls and top with broken tortilla chips, shredded cheese, sour cream, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice (if desired). Serve hot!
Notes
- If you prefer a spicier soup, you can add jalapeños or hot sauce to taste.
- You can make this soup in advance and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- This soup also freezes well for up to 3 months. Just make sure to leave off the toppings until serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-American