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Keto Taco Soup Recipe Easy One-Pot Creamy Turkey Dinner

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This creamy one-pot keto taco soup is a hearty, low-carb dinner packed with Tex-Mex flavors, ground turkey, and plenty of cheese. It comes together quickly in a single pot, making it perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground turkey (93% lean recommended)
  • 1 medium bell pepper, diced (red, orange, or yellow)
  • 1 small onion, diced (yellow or white)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp taco seasoning (low-carb or homemade)
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, no sugar added, with juices
  • 1 can (4 oz) green chiles
  • 3 cups chicken broth (low-sodium preferred)
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened and cubed (full-fat)
  • 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese (about 6 oz, sharp or Mexican blend)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional toppings: sliced avocado, chopped fresh cilantro, sour cream or Greek yogurt, sliced jalapeños, lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Prep all ingredients: dice onion and bell pepper, mince garlic, cube cream cheese, and shred cheddar if needed.
  2. In a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, add ground turkey. Cook, breaking up with a spoon, until mostly browned (5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat if needed.
  3. Add diced onion and bell pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
  4. Sprinkle in taco seasoning and smoked paprika. Stir until turkey and veggies are well coated and spices are fragrant.
  5. Pour in diced tomatoes (with juices), green chiles, and chicken broth. Stir, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
  6. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes, until flavors meld and veggies are tender. Add more broth if soup is too thick.
  7. Lower heat to low. Add cubed cream cheese and stir until completely melted and blended. Add shredded cheddar and heavy cream, stirring until smooth and creamy.
  8. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed. Add more taco seasoning or cayenne for extra heat if desired.
  9. Ladle soup into bowls and top with avocado, cilantro, sour cream, jalapeños, and lime wedges as desired.

Notes

For best results, soften cream cheese before adding to avoid lumps. Brown the turkey well for extra flavor. Adjust spice level with more green chiles or jalapeños. Soup thickens as it sits; thin with extra broth or cream if needed. Freezes well, but texture may change slightly after thawing. Can substitute ground beef or chicken for turkey.

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