Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 sweet onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- Kosher salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 pound lean ground beef or turkey
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 14 ounces crushed fire roasted tomatoes
- 14 ounces pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 10 ounces frozen corn
- 7 ounces diced green chiles
- 2 cups chicken or beef stock/bone broth
Toppings
- Grated cheese (cheddar preferred)
- Tortilla chips
- Sour cream
- Cilantro, chopped
- Green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Prepare the toppings: Set aside grated cheese, tortilla chips, sour cream, chopped cilantro, and sliced green onions to serve with the soup.
- Sauté vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-low heat. Add diced onions, red bell peppers, and minced garlic along with a generous pinch of kosher salt and pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
- Brown the meat: Add the lean ground beef or turkey to the pot. Break it apart with a spoon or spatula and cook until browned, approximately 6 to 8 minutes.
- Add spices: Stir in garlic powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder. Cook the mixture for about 5 minutes, stirring often to release the spices’ aromas.
- Combine remaining ingredients: Pour in the crushed fire roasted tomatoes, drained pinto beans, frozen corn, diced green chiles, and chicken or beef stock. Stir well to combine all the elements.
- Simmer the soup: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 10 to 15 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Adjust seasoning and serve: Remove the lid, taste the soup, and add more salt, pepper, or chili powder if desired for extra spice. Serve hot, topped with your prepared toppings like sour cream, green onions, cheddar cheese, and tortilla chips.
- Storage tip: This soup freezes well and can be stored in the fridge for several days, making reheating quick and convenient for future meals.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey for a leaner option.
- Adjust chili powder and green chiles quantity to control the heat level.
- Use bone broth for added depth of flavor and nutrition.
- Serve with warm tortillas or crusty bread if desired.
- Leftovers taste even better the next day as flavors continue to meld.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
