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Whole30 Creamy Taco Soup

Modified: Feb 6, 2025 by Monica Le · Published: Dec 20, 2019 · 151 Comments

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This healthy whole30 taco soup is gluten free, dairy free, paleo and super quick to make. Whole 30 taco soup recipe that can be made on the stove top, in a crock pot or instant pot. #whole30soup #whole30recipes #instantpot
bowl of creamy taco soup topped off with limes, jalapenos and avocado
bowl of taco soup with limes and avocado on top and a spoon inside
a big bowl of creamy taco soup topped off with limes and avocado

Load up a big bowl of this easy Whole30 creamy taco soup. Make eating a healthy and nutritious meal no fuss if you are prepping this soup for yourself or the whole family. It's made with real food ingredients and is paleo, low carb, Whole30, keto, and support the lactose intolerant.

This taco soup recipe post is sponsored by the lovely folks at So Delicious.

two bowls of taco soup with spoons inside and topped with avocado and limes

Why is this creamy taco soup so tasty?

  • It's low maintenance. You can make it on the stovetop or in the Instant Pot.
  • Complex flavor... it's packed with heat but just the right amount.
  • It's well balanced. Be sure to top off with creamy avocado slices and fresh herbs!
  • Meal prep perfection. It tastes lovely reheated all week long.
  • The soup is gluten free, paleo, low carb, Whole30, and keto.

This recipe is actually an oldie, but I've revamped it quite a bit after going through all of your feedback.

The photos needed a bit of an update too, so there's that.

It's much better than it was before, and I absolutely cannot wait for you to try it again!

Taco soup in a bowl garnished with avocado, jalapeno pepper and lime

How is taco soup creamy without so little dairy?

It's the stellar ingredient list I have lined up. It starts with the use of ghee. Yes, ghee is not diary-free (it's 99% milk fat). However, ghee may be a good choice for people who are lactose-intolerant. That's because it contains extremely low levels of lactose and casein (a milk protein)

What's inside?

  • Onions
  • Bell peppers
  • Garlic
  • Grass-fed ground beef
  • Bone broth
  • Coconut cream (or the cream scooped off the top of a refrigerated can of coconut milk)
  • Fire roasted tomatoes
  • Green chilies
  • Spices

... and more!

The coconut cream is what gives it that nice creamy taste and texture.

You won't taste the coconut, I promise!

big pot of creamy taco soup with a ladle inside

Is this a good soup for meal prep?

This soup would be the perfect addition to your Whole30 Meal Plan. Have you seen my meal plans yet?

Each one comes with a variety of different breakfasts, lunch, dinner and side dish recipes.

My favorite part about Whole30ing is batch cooking, and this taco soup is the perfect recipe to do that with! Making recipe after recipe can absolutely feel like a daunting task but lucky for you, things don't need to feel that way.

This soup only takes a little bit of time to prep and cooks off in your slow cooker or pressure cooker! Of course you can make it on the stovetop as well. I've got you covered!

However, if you don't own a pressure cooker OR a slow cooker, I do urge you to look into purchasing either of them (if not both). They have made meal preparation so, so much easier for me.

How to make Whole30 creamy taco soup

Turn your Instant Pot on and select the "Sauté" function. Melt the ghee in your Instant Pot. Add the onions, bell peppers, and a big pinch of salt. Sauté until soft and tender. This will take about 5-7 minutes.

Add the grass-fed ground beef and stir until is is cooked through and no longer pink. Stir in all of the spices well.

Add in diced tomatoes, broth, half of the coconut cream, and green chilies and stir until well combined.

Seal the Instant Pot lid and select the "Manual" function. Press the "-" button to change the cooking time to 10 minutes. Be sure it is set to "High Pressure."

Once the soup is done cooking, release the pressure from your Instant Pot by changing the dial to the "Venting" function. Once the pressure has all been released, open the lid carefully and stir in the other half of the coconut cream. Taste for additional salt and pepper and, add any or all of the toppings listed.

one bowl of Whole30 creamy taco soup on a marble board with avocado on top

Recipe notes and substitutions

  • I recommend using a 90/10 grass-fed ground beef.
  • You can alternatively use ground chicken thighs or pork.
  • This will keep in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • You can store it in the freezer in small batches for up to 3 months.

Will this keep in the freezer? 

Absolutely. I'd freeze it in small batches. It will keep for up to 3 months in the freezer. Simply thaw it out overnight in the refrigerator.

Is it spicy?

It is a little bit spicy. If you are making it for kids or someone who has an intolerance to heat, go light handed on the chili flakes and chili powder. You can always add more later if you feel it needs extra heat.

Can I double the recipe?

You sure can. Make sure you have a nice, big stock pot or a large Instant Pot though. This will make 6 generous size portions.

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creamy taco soup in a bowl with a spoon inside and topped off with avocado, cilantro, and lime

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bowl of creamy taco soup with a spoon inside and avocado and limes on top

Whole30 Creamy Taco Soup

Monica Le
An easy Whole30 creamy taco soup. Make eating a healthy and nutritious meal no fuss if you are prepping this soup for yourself or the whole family. It's made with real food ingredients and is paleo, low carb, Whole30, and keto. This recipe is also great for those who are lactose intolerant.
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 30 minutes mins
Course Main Course, Soup
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6
Calories 436 kcal

Ingredients
  

Soup

  • 2 tablespoons ghee
  • 1 large yellow onion diced
  • 3 large bell peppers (I like to use red, yellow & orange) julienned
  • big pinch kosher salt
  • 8 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 ½ pounds grass-fed ground beef
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 ½ tablespoons cumin
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 28 ounces diced tomatoes fire roasted
  • 24 ounces bone broth or low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup canned coconut milk split in two, see notes
  • 8 onces diced green chilies

Toppings

  • jalapenos
  • green onions
  • avocado
  • cilantro
  • lime

Instructions
 

Slow Cooker

  • Melt the ghee in a large sauté pan over medium heat. Add the onions and bell peppers, and a big pinch of salt. Sauté until soft and tender. This will take about 5-7 minutes. Add garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the grass-fed ground beef and stir until is is cooked through and no longer pink.
  • Transfer the vegetables and meat to your slow cooker and turn it on.
  • Add all of the spices and stir well.
  • Add diced tomatoes, broth, half of the coconut cream, and green chilies and stir until well combined.
  • Cover and cook on low for about 8 hours. Once it's ready, add any or all of the toppings listed. Taste for additional salt and pepper and, add any or all of the toppings listed.

Instant Pot

  • Turn your Instant Pot on and select the "Sauté" function. Melt the ghee in your Instant Pot. Add the onions, bell peppers, and a big pinch of salt. Sauté until soft and tender. This will take about 5-7 minutes. Add garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the grass-fed ground beef and stir until is is cooked through and no longer pink. Add all of the spices and stir well.
  • Add diced tomatoes, broth, half of the coconut cream, and green chilies and stir until well combined.
  • Seal the Instant Pot lid and select the "Manual" function. Press the "-" button to change the cooking time to 10 minutes. Be sure it is set to "High Pressure."
  • Once the soup is done cooking, release the pressure from your Instant Pot by changing the dial to the "Venting" function. Once the pressure has all been released, open the lid carefully and stir in the other half of the coconut cream. Taste for additional salt and pepper and, add any or all of the toppings listed.

Stove Top

  • Melt the ghee in a large sauté pan over medium heat. Add onions, bell peppers, and a big pinch of salt. Sauté until soft and tender. This will take about 5-7 minutes. Add garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the grass-fed ground beef and stir until is is cooked through and no longer pink. Drain the beef through a colander and re-add it to the pan. Add all of the spices and stir well.
  • Add tomatoes, broth, coconut cream, and green chilies and stir until well combined.
  • Bring the soup to a low boil and reduce the heat to a simmer. Let is simmer for about 20-25 minutes. Taste for additional salt and pepper and, add any or all of the toppings listed.

Notes

  • I recommend using a 90/10 grass-fed ground beef.
  • Coconut Cream - You can either use a can of coconut cream from the store, or scoop the cream off the top of a refrigerated can of coconut milk.
    • If using coconut milk, use full fat canned coconut milk from the Asian/ethnic section at the grocery store.
  • You can alternatively use ground chicken thighs or pork.
  • This will keep in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • You can store it in the freezer in small batches for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 436kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 38gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 108mgSodium: 986mgPotassium: 1084mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gCalcium: 107mg
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  1. Christy says

    January 23, 2025 at 4:41 pm

    The ingredients list says coconut milk but the directions say coconut cream. Which is it? Thanks!

    Reply
    • Matt Fay says

      February 06, 2025 at 10:50 am

      Hi Christy - thanks for the feedback. Ideally, you'd use a can of store-bought coconut cream. However, you can use a can of coconut milk by scooping the cream off the top of the can (best when the can is cold). In storage, the cream in a can of coconut milk will separate, making it easy to scoop off the cream. I have updated the recipe for clarity!

      Reply
  2. LTaylor says

    March 31, 2024 at 11:54 am

    This recipe claims to be dairy free, but the very first ingredient listed is literally ghee (which is straight up dairy).1 star

    Reply
    • Matt Fay says

      May 03, 2024 at 6:10 pm

      Hi. Thanks for bringing that to our attention. Recipe is updated. You're right in that ghee is dairy - it's 99% milk fat. However, ghee may be a good choice for people who are lactose-intolerant. That's because it contains extremely low levels of lactose and casein (a milk protein).

      Reply
  3. Susan says

    January 12, 2023 at 11:54 am

    The soup was very tasty, and makes a large enough portion to freeze for another dinner. I noticed many felt like it was too spicy, but in my opinion, the seasoning was perfect - flavorful but not too spicy. It worked out okay using the directions provided, but here are the slow cooker preparation alternatives I'll use next time....

    1. I will brown the ground beef and onions, then drain all the grease before putting into the slow cooker. I will not sauté the peppers, as they get too mushy between the sautéing and the slow cooker.
    2. I will only cook in the slow cooker for about four hours. Eight hours was too long, in my opinion.
    3. I will substitute homemade cashew cream for the coconut milk (1:1 substitution). It serves the same purpose, but doesn't risk adding a coconut taste to the soup. I'll add half when I put all ingredients (but the peppers) in the slow cooker, and add the second half at the end when I'm double-checking the seasoning before serving.
    4. I will add the julienned peppers about an hour before the finish time of the slow cooker. That's plenty of time for the peppers to cook until soft, but not overcook.

    All the recommended toppings were very nice additions, and added to the flavor of the soup.4 stars

    Reply
  4. Ali Halyn says

    October 19, 2021 at 7:50 pm

    Amazing!! Easy, delicious and it really is creamy.5 stars

    Reply
  5. Wondering says

    September 28, 2021 at 12:27 am

    So I tried this. I’m not sure what went wrong. Maybe to much chili powder🤷🏻‍♀️ But no creaminess I did almond milk the second time, because the coconut milk was way way to coconut for a Mexican dish. I had to toss the first batch. Little disappointed in this recipe.

    Reply
  6. Tricia C. says

    August 08, 2021 at 6:08 am

    Looks good. Too bad my husband is deathly allergic to bell peppers. :/

    Reply
  7. Anna C says

    March 16, 2021 at 5:33 pm

    Made this tonight to "spice" up taco Tuesday and it will go into regular rotation. Not to be one of those substitution people, but still. I didn't have any bell peppers and my kids don't like them anyway, so I diced a big sweet potato and sautéed that with the onions. I think that helped with the creaminess and balanced out the spiciness. We aren't doing whole 30, just don't like beans and this really hit the spot! Thanks!5 stars

    Reply
    • Monica Stevens Le says

      March 21, 2021 at 12:54 pm

      YUM love the idea of using sweet potatoes!!!!!

      Reply
  8. Julie says

    February 11, 2021 at 8:03 pm

    This is going into my menu rotation. Delicious, and husband-approved! Next time will remember to drain the grease.4 stars

    Reply
  9. Nikki says

    January 31, 2021 at 5:53 pm

    Seriously so delicious. Possibly one of my favorite dishes I’ve ever made! A little spicy (I’m a whip when it comes to spice) but I may try to omit the crushed red pepper next time. We loved it!5 stars

    Reply
  10. Susan Wray says

    January 31, 2021 at 4:14 pm

    Great flavor, but I do have several comments. I made mine in the crock pot and it was not creamy at all (added 1/2 c coconut cream while cooking, 1/2 c near the end). It was VERY spicy (prob cut back to 1T chili powder). And, finally, the crock pot recipe doesn’t say to drain the meat mixture before adding it all together. I’ll def do that next time, as it was greasy. It has the potential to be one of my fav Whole30 recipes, and my house smells amazing! 🙂4 stars

    Reply
  11. Tara says

    January 31, 2021 at 12:21 pm

    I thought this was so good, and I am so glad I could make it in the instapot. I only put in 1/2 the red pepper flakes and it is still pretty spicy. I know others said it wasn’t a creamy soup...but I think it is creamy- just different. It was wonderful!

    Reply
  12. Lynn says

    January 23, 2021 at 9:14 am

    Why only half the coconut cream in the slow cooker instructions?

    Reply
    • Monica Stevens Le says

      January 24, 2021 at 9:43 am

      I like to stir in the other half later! 🙂

      Reply
      • Susan says

        January 11, 2023 at 8:56 am

        I'm making this for tonight, so I can't comment on the taste yet. It smells good. I'd suggest a few things to make the instructions clearer. 1) It may be intuitive to you, but not stating clearly that draining the meat and veggie mix before adding to the slow cooker does the less experienced home cook a disservice. 2) I noticed that there is no mention of what to do with the other 1/2 cup of coconut milk. If you go back to the lengthy narrative, it's mentioned, and is mentioned in the instructions for instapot preparation, but not for the slow cooker. 3) There is not any warning about how spicy this might be for some diners. I read the comments AFTER adding all of the spicy seasonings. If it had been in the recipe, I may have cut back for the first effort and adjusted. You can add more seasoning, but you can't take it away. After all this, I do hope it's not too hot to eat! Thanks for the idea.

        Reply
  13. Leigh says

    January 16, 2021 at 5:09 pm

    Simple, filling, and SO tasty! Perfect for a Whole30 or any normal day - we’ll definitely be making it again!5 stars

    Reply
  14. Laura says

    January 11, 2021 at 1:34 pm

    I made this soup and added 2 jalapeños. They weren’t very spicy. My family said it was the best soup they had ever eaten!!5 stars

    Reply
  15. Rebecca Danvers says

    January 07, 2021 at 9:13 pm

    Definitely want to cook this but can I use chicken thighs or breasts? I have a ton of chicken in the freezer and thought about subbing it in. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Monica Stevens Le says

      January 09, 2021 at 2:18 pm

      Absolutely can!!! It's personal preference.

      Reply
  16. Melissa Dix says

    January 05, 2021 at 11:43 am

    Delicious! I second the commenter who suggested adding lime, a really nice touch. I also added sliced black olives as a garnish, and that played well. Otherwise, wouldn't change a thing! Thank you.5 stars

    Reply
  17. Bet says

    December 16, 2020 at 7:23 am

    My family loved this! Well, 4/6, and 5/6 ate it, which is about as well as we ever do. 😉 I will definitely make it again and I'm excited to check out your other recipes. I cut the red pepper to 1/4 tsp since my kids don't love spicy, and it was great. So much flavor!5 stars

    Reply
    • Monica Stevens Le says

      December 16, 2020 at 10:17 am

      Heck yeah, that makes me so happy... definitely check out some other soups, too! 🙂

      Reply
  18. Gabrielle says

    December 03, 2020 at 4:23 pm

    This is the only recipe I use for taco soup in our house. It's fantastic!5 stars

    Reply
    • Monica Stevens Le says

      December 04, 2020 at 4:34 pm

      That makes me so happy... you'll have to try other soups soon!

      Reply
  19. Katherine says

    November 12, 2020 at 1:01 pm

    Did I miss a step, when do you add the other half of the coconut cream?

    Reply
    • Monica Stevens Le says

      November 12, 2020 at 2:33 pm

      Hi, yes. No worries! "Once the pressure has all been released, open the lid carefully and stir in the other half of the coconut cream."

      Reply
  20. Jordan Sumner says

    October 21, 2020 at 11:24 am

    Loved this recipe! a little bit of spice but not too much. I pureed the peppers and onions and added it back to the meat without thinking to drain the grease but other than that love it!5 stars

    Reply
  21. megan says

    September 20, 2020 at 8:32 am

    What do you do with the extra 1/2 cup of coconut cream? I don’t see where you go back to that at.

    Reply
    • Monica Stevens Le says

      September 22, 2020 at 7:28 pm

      You stir it in at the end 🙂

      Reply
  22. Amy says

    August 25, 2020 at 10:24 am

    The soup was good but mine was not creamy. I tasted the coconut cream. I made sure I split the cream like the receipe said. I could taste it a little while simmering. Then at the end when I added the other 1/2 cup it was way to sweet & it was like a chilli. Do they make unsweetened coconut cream?3 stars

    Reply
    • Monica Stevens Le says

      August 25, 2020 at 10:58 am

      Hmm, can you tell me which coconut cream you used? It shouldn't be sweet... it tastes like coconut but it's not SWEET. I want to try and troubleshoot with you here.

      Reply
  23. Katie says

    April 06, 2020 at 9:42 pm

    I’ve been doing whole30 and trying out a bunch of new compliant recipes on my family. I made this tonight on a whim and my family said it was their favorite new recipe I’ve tried! Thanks for sharing 🙂5 stars

    Reply
    • Monica Stevens Le says

      April 07, 2020 at 8:46 am

      That is so darn awesome- thank you for sharing that with me. If you're in soup mode after your Whole30, you'll have to try my stuffed pepper soup and chicken and rice soup... two faves!

      Reply
  24. Laurelie says

    February 03, 2020 at 1:36 pm

    Love this recipe!! It's been a staple in my home for a while also. Is there any chance you have the old recipe? The seasoning combo was amazing!

    Reply
    • Monica Stevens Le says

      February 03, 2020 at 3:03 pm

      Hi!!!! Aw, this makes me so sad. I had a lot of complaints about the seasoning, so I altered it a bit and have been getting feedback from the new recipe. I do not have it saved anywhere 🙁 Have you tried it recently??

      Reply
      • Laurelie says

        February 09, 2020 at 11:01 pm

        Wow! I’m sorry you received so many complaints! I have tried the new recipe and it’s good. My family and I decided we definitely prefer the original recipe, so I thought I would ask just in case it was still available.

        Reply
      • Laura says

        March 09, 2020 at 10:16 pm

        When do I use the other half of the coconut cream?

        Reply
        • Monica Stevens Le says

          March 10, 2020 at 1:36 pm

          After you take the lid off the Instant Pot. It should be in instruction #5.

          Reply
          • Kayla says

            April 06, 2020 at 9:16 am

            What about when to add the coconut cream when using a slow cooker?

          • Monica Stevens Le says

            April 06, 2020 at 2:12 pm

            Good question. I would stir it in at the end! 🙂

  25. Monica says

    January 25, 2020 at 5:54 pm

    Delicious! Wasn’t too thick but definitely had creaminess from the coconut cream. Lots of vegetables and beef; a very well rounded, tasty dinner!5 stars

    Reply
  26. Emily says

    January 23, 2020 at 4:48 pm

    So tasty! The whole family (even the kiddos) enjoyed it! New staple in the dinner rotation5 stars

    Reply
  27. Rylee says

    January 23, 2020 at 3:19 pm

    Hi! I can’t wait to make this! I’m trying to track what I eat... How many cups or ounces is one serving of this soup??

    Reply
    • Monica Stevens Le says

      January 23, 2020 at 4:41 pm

      Hmm, I don't typically measure this kind of stuff out, but I am going to guess at least 1.5 cups.

      Reply
  28. Corey says

    January 20, 2020 at 5:49 pm

    We’ve been making this recipe for the last year and it’s a staple. I tried this new version and I also love it very much. Do you by chance know how much cinnamon you used to have added? We love the wintery feel! And can I ask what inspired your changes? I love them both very much.

    Reply
    • Monica Stevens Le says

      January 22, 2020 at 7:21 pm

      HI! Ah, such a good question. A lot of people had complaints about the previous recipe. There was no cinnamon in it... that was in my chili recipe. I don't think so at least?? Probably no more than 1 teaspoon.

      Reply
  29. Alison says

    January 12, 2020 at 12:19 pm

    Easy and TASTY! I'm usually not into leftovers but I'm so glad this made a big batch so I can have it for days!5 stars

    Reply
  30. Jess says

    January 06, 2020 at 11:25 pm

    The garlic has been left out of the method, and I didn’t notice until the end! Just thought I’d let you know as I can’t see it mentioned in the comments

    Reply
    • Monica Stevens Le says

      January 07, 2020 at 8:24 am

      You're so sweet to do so. Fixing that now-- thank you!

      Reply
  31. JE says

    January 06, 2020 at 3:53 pm

    Thanks for the recipe! Can I use butter instead of ghee? (I’m not on keto diet)

    Reply
    • Monica Stevens Le says

      January 06, 2020 at 6:26 pm

      You can ABSOLUTELY use butter!

      Reply
  32. Makenna says

    December 30, 2019 at 4:57 pm

    Hi! I am so excited to try this recipe!! One question. I have coconut milk on hand. Would that work instead of the coconut cream, or does it need to be cream? Thanks so much!

    Reply
    • Monica Stevens Le says

      December 30, 2019 at 8:16 pm

      The cream is preferred so the soup thickens up a bit. You can put the canned coconut milk in the refrigerator overnight and the cream will rise to the top.

      Reply
      • Makenna Gingras says

        December 30, 2019 at 8:58 pm

        Thank you!!

        Reply
  33. Cortney says

    December 27, 2019 at 10:50 am

    I don't like the texture of ground meat. I would like to use shredded chicken in this recipe in the slow cooker. Should I make my shredded chicken first and then add to the soup? Or should I just put the raw chicken in and let it cook in with the rest of the ingredients? I ask mostly because it indicates that you should cook the meat before it's added.

    Any thoughts?

    Reply
    • Monica Stevens Le says

      December 27, 2019 at 12:08 pm

      Yeah, I would make the shredded chicken first! It should come out perfect.

      Reply
  34. Gabrielle says

    December 24, 2019 at 6:15 pm

    We love this recipe! It's so flavorful! Made this for supper in the instant pot for when we came from the Christmas eve service.5 stars

    Reply
    • Monica Stevens Le says

      December 26, 2019 at 12:31 pm

      Oh, I love that!!! Did you try the new version of the recipe? I made a few changes.

      Reply
      • Meghan says

        December 31, 2019 at 5:11 pm

        I have made this recipe countless times in last couple of years. I decided to make it for New Year's Eve and I kept telling my man... "I think this recipe has changed... I am really sure something is different." So... I decided to look in the comments. I am excited to try the new updated version- I thought the other one was fantastic... my tastebuds are excited to try this new one!

        Reply
        • Monica Stevens Le says

          January 01, 2020 at 2:01 pm

          Woo hoo, that makes me so happy!!!! Can you let me know what you think of the new version?? 🙂

          Reply
          • Meghan says

            February 29, 2020 at 7:33 am

            Just now remembering to leave a review. I am making it again tonight. We LOVED it and really enjoyed the smoky flavor!! Thank you so much! We are having company tonight that eats the Standard American Diet and I love showing others that you can eat clean and healthy and it still taste so amazing, better than they have ever had really 😀5 stars

          • Monica Stevens Le says

            February 29, 2020 at 2:07 pm

            This makes me seriously so happy to read. I am so glad you enjoyed the soup! I have many more 😉

          • Katie says

            January 13, 2021 at 8:09 pm

            I just made this and its weirdly sweet? Like oddly sweet tasting....i feel like coconut milk would have been better than the cream, maybe that made it taste sweet?

          • Monica Stevens Le says

            January 14, 2021 at 9:21 pm

            Uh oh... I've never heard this before. Did you use coconut whipped cream or a coconut cream with sugar added? Coconut cream is simply the cream that rises to the top of a can of full fat coconut milk. If you buy canned coconut cream, it's all that stuff. Can you tell me what brand you bought? I'd love to help troubleshoot.

      • Steve says

        January 05, 2020 at 6:49 pm

        It was better before you made the changes can you repost the old recipe

        Reply
  35. Ted C says

    October 01, 2019 at 7:03 am

    Anyway!

    Reply
  36. Sarah says

    January 06, 2019 at 4:21 pm

    Super easy and good. My only suggestion would be if you don’t want it to taste a little bit like “Christmas” I’d forgoe the cinnamon.

    Reply
    • Morgan Skinner says

      March 17, 2019 at 9:40 am

      Can you subsitute coconut milk with almond milk? I totally forgot it at the store.

      Reply
      • The Movement Menu says

        March 17, 2019 at 7:40 pm

        You can, but it won't be as creamy as canned coconut milk has a lot more fat than almond milk. I'd blend it all together if using almond milk instead!

        Reply
        • Morgan Skinner says

          July 15, 2019 at 4:07 pm

          You are right on the canned coconut.. The best way to go. Thanks for the recipe.. We LOVE it!!... Our go-to whenever we do a Whole30!

          Reply
          • Monica Stevens Le says

            July 15, 2019 at 4:11 pm

            That makes me so happy to hear. I am glad you like it!! You've gotta try some of my other soups, too! 🙂

  37. Gina says

    October 22, 2018 at 2:19 pm

    This was delicious. Made in my IP and kids loved it, I loved it, and I ate all the leftovers!

    Reply
    • The Movement Menu says

      October 22, 2018 at 3:17 pm

      That's so awesome. If you are into IP recipes, I just posted a chicken tortilla-less soup. I also have a keto cheeseburger soup that is fabulous!

      Reply
  38. Linda says

    September 10, 2018 at 12:29 pm

    Hello. I’m very excited to try making this soup. It looks so delicious. I’m using fresh tomatoes and fresh hatch chilies. I went everywhere looking for So Delicious Culinary Coconut Milk, but either they don’t carry the item, or stopped carrying the item. It’s not even available online because they are out. So I’m going to have to substitute with So Delicious Coconut Milk original sugar free. The soup looks so good I’m craving it! Just waiting for the bone broth to thaw.

    Reply
    • The Movement Menu says

      September 15, 2018 at 8:23 am

      That's amazing. You can use canned coconut milk instead. I hope you love it-- do let me know!

      Reply
  39. Sarah says

    August 31, 2018 at 9:33 am

    Thank you so much for this recipe!! My fiance and I absolutely love it! I made a double batch last week and we are making it again! It is one of our staples, so good and so good for you. I love that it is low cal too as I am trying to get in better shape. Thank you, thank you thank you!! 🙂

    Reply
    • The Movement Menu says

      September 01, 2018 at 6:42 pm

      You're so welcome... you've gotta try my other soups, too. Delicious!

      Reply
  40. Whitney says

    August 07, 2018 at 11:35 am

    This was so good! I skipped the coconut milk, and added black beans and corn because I'm not doing a W30 right now (and grains and legumes don't bother me). Delicious!

    Reply
  41. Trish Conk says

    June 18, 2018 at 2:42 pm

    Bell peppers: green, yellow, red, or orange?

    Reply
    • The Movement Menu says

      June 18, 2018 at 7:46 pm

      Whatever you like!

      Reply
  42. Debra says

    February 28, 2018 at 4:30 pm

    Made this in the crockpot and loved it! I did purée the onions, bell peppers and tomato in a food processor after I sautéed them but before adding them to the crockpot and that made a wonderful broth base along with the coconut milk and broth (I used chicken). I am not following Whole30 and did not use ghee. I used a little EVOO to sauté the vegetables but followed everything else in the recipe.

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  43. Elizabeth says

    February 13, 2018 at 5:02 pm

    Wow!! I’ve never commented on a recipe from the web, but Holy Cow! This was delicious!! This was my alternative to Taco Tuesday at our house while on Whole30 and I don’t feel like I “missed” anything! I did purée the peppers to make it more creamy based on comments above and it was perfect! I also opted for the low end of spices and it still had a great kick!! Thank you!!! Easy and yummy!

    Reply
    • The Movement Menu says

      February 13, 2018 at 5:44 pm

      Hi there... thanks so much for your compliments and kind words. I'm so happy to hear that you enjoyed the dish- yay! 🙂

      Reply
  44. Kristen says

    February 01, 2018 at 5:26 am

    What is the actual serving size? I know it says 6 servings. I'm hoping to make this next week to have for lunches. I want to be ahead of the game and have it prepackaged so I can just grab and go.

    Reply
    • The Movement Menu says

      February 01, 2018 at 12:28 pm

      Hi Kristen. I'm not entirely sure exactly the measurements. I would just eyeball it and divide it amongst 6 containers, if you can! 🙂

      Reply
  45. Alyssa says

    January 29, 2018 at 4:44 pm

    I can’t wait to make this!! Do you use the liquid of the tomatoes or do you drain it?

    Reply
    • Alyssa says

      January 29, 2018 at 4:45 pm

      I’m sorry, I didn’t see my comment was at the bottom already!! Whoops!

      Reply
    • The Movement Menu says

      January 30, 2018 at 1:22 pm

      I use everything!

      Reply
  46. DL says

    January 10, 2018 at 3:25 pm

    this looks delicious! Would it work to use canned full fat unsweetened coconut milk instead of culinary coconut milk?

    Reply
    • The Movement Menu says

      January 10, 2018 at 10:53 pm

      100%. Absolutely.

      Reply
  47. Arbitrary Hubris says

    January 08, 2018 at 4:16 pm

    I found your recipe while searching for things to try in my new Instant Pot. I bought my ingredients, threw everything in the pot and had a gorgeous bowl of soup ready in about an hour all-told. I really like the recipe. I did wonder why you didn't just tell people to use the saute function of the instant pot to cook the vegetables at the beginning.

    I love the soup. I took a couple of pint jars over to my mother and when I got home she had already eaten one of them and loved it as well.

    Thanks for the recipe! BTW, I'm not on the whole30 diet. I just liked the ingredients and gave it a try.

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    • The Movement Menu says

      January 08, 2018 at 8:02 pm

      Hi there. Thanks so much for providing me with your feedback!!!! Good idea on using the saute function. I will update the instructions now to include that!

      Reply
      • Arbitrary Hubris says

        January 09, 2018 at 4:03 pm

        The best measure of your recipe is that the results were joyously consumed within 24 hours! Mostly by me!

        Reply
        • The Movement Menu says

          January 09, 2018 at 4:30 pm

          HAHA, I love this!! Thank you for making me laugh out loud 🙂

          Reply
  48. Lisa says

    January 07, 2018 at 4:02 pm

    Have you ever made this ahead of time and frozen it? I'm just wondering how it comes out of the freezer.

    Reply
    • The Movement Menu says

      January 07, 2018 at 4:17 pm

      I haven't personally, but I had a reader who did it and said it was perfect for batch-cooking and freezing.

      Reply
  49. Dani says

    January 07, 2018 at 9:30 am

    Can I cook it on high for 4 hours?

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    • The Movement Menu says

      January 07, 2018 at 10:09 am

      Absolutely!

      Reply
  50. Shannan says

    January 07, 2018 at 7:28 am

    I'm going to try this. What is the white cream drizzled on top of the chili in the photo?

    Reply
    • The Movement Menu says

      January 07, 2018 at 10:10 am

      That's more of the coconut milk/cream that is listed in the ingredients list.

      Reply
  51. Melissa Richert says

    January 06, 2018 at 6:38 pm

    I puréed the bell peppers and onions after I sautéed them, it made the soup creamer. I also used beef broth. It was overall very delish! The flavor was fantastic!

    Reply
    • The Movement Menu says

      January 06, 2018 at 7:56 pm

      That's a great idea. I've added a note about that, thanks to your recommendation!

      Reply
    • alex says

      September 27, 2020 at 12:05 pm

      i did the same thing, i pureed about 2/3rds, and left some unblended for a little texture, then added in the beef. It was super good!5 stars

      Reply
      • alex says

        September 27, 2020 at 12:09 pm

        also added a splash of apple cider vinegar5 stars

        Reply
        • Monica Stevens Le says

          September 27, 2020 at 12:41 pm

          YUM!!!!!!!!

          Reply
  52. Janet Tracy says

    October 29, 2017 at 10:16 am

    This soup is yummy!!!.....my only corrective words would be that there is NOTHING creamy about this soup! It is like a chili soup!...

    Reply
    • Katy says

      January 05, 2018 at 10:22 am

      I agree, Janet! Great flavors but not at all creamy, went back to recipe to double check I did it correctly and I didn't miss anything as far as I can tell - going to try it again and see if I can make it look like hers, cause hers looks creamy and mine looks like chili 😀

      Reply
      • The Movement Menu says

        January 06, 2018 at 11:09 am

        Hi Katy. I'm so sorry yours didn't turn out creamy... you added the full fat coconut milk??

        Reply
      • The Movement Menu says

        January 06, 2018 at 7:56 pm

        I'd recommend blending everything together at the end once it's done cooking 🙂

        Reply
        • Kristin McDonald says

          December 20, 2018 at 1:01 pm

          When you say blend everything together you mean all ingredients including the meat, onions, and pepers correct? Mine also looks like chili right now but it's still cooking. I was curious about the blending part?!

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          • The Movement Menu says

            December 26, 2018 at 1:53 pm

            Hi there. To clarify-- I meant everything BUT those things, actually! How does it taste??

    • Angela says

      January 18, 2021 at 7:36 am

      This was a great soup, very hearty however not so creamy. I didn’t mind though! It was delicious, I paired with tostones for a salty crunch and I still have some boxed up in the freezer. Will certainly make again.4 stars

      Reply
  53. Katie says

    October 26, 2017 at 10:23 am

    Have you ever tried freezing this for leftovers another time?

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    • The Movement Menu says

      October 26, 2017 at 2:10 pm

      I haven't, but I'm sure it would be wonderful!

      Reply
    • Lisa says

      March 28, 2021 at 9:30 am

      I have a vacuum sealer with the container attachments. We froze two, had them a few weeks or so later, after thawing, and it was still delish!
      And you
      I do have a question. Am I missing something? It’s says use 1/2 the coconut cream, but I don’t see where the other 2/2 is used. Thank you. I’m making this soup again today!5 stars

      Reply
      • Krysti says

        October 23, 2021 at 6:54 am

        I was puzzled by the same thing and wondered if that's why so many were saying there's wasn't very creamy. Do we add at the end?

        Reply
        • Monica Stevens Le says

          October 25, 2021 at 10:02 am

          Hi there. Yes, at the end... gosh I am editing the instructions now. I'm so embarrassed!

          Reply
  54. Debbie says

    October 06, 2017 at 5:23 pm

    This was awesome!! My husband and I both loved this soup. We are gong to try adding some fresh lime juice to our bowls when we have leftovers.

    I made jalapeño cheese cornbread muffins to go with it and substituted the coconut milk in place of buttermilk. My husband thought it was the best ever:)

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    • The Movement Menu says

      October 07, 2017 at 9:58 am

      Wow, that sounds INSANELY good. Can you send me some, please? 🙂 Also, can you do me a big favor? Since you tried the recipe and loved it, can you rate it for me? There is a 5-star system at the bottom of the recipe by the INFO, notes and ingredients/instructions. That helps me out a ton!!

      Reply
  55. Sam says

    September 07, 2017 at 11:45 am

    I see this is a whole 30 recipe do you think using regular butter or beef broth instead of bone broth would total mess up the recipe?

    Reply
    • The Movement Menu says

      September 24, 2017 at 10:49 am

      Hi there, I don't think so. But I'd go with a low sodium and be weary... can you let me know how it turns out?

      Reply
  56. stewartjl says

    August 20, 2017 at 2:01 pm

    I am Whole30, but my husband is not, but we both loved this soup. An added bonus is that it is so easy and quick to prepare. This soup was flavorful and I did not find it to be too spicy. It will definitely be added to our regular meal rotation. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • The Movement Menu says

      August 20, 2017 at 11:10 pm

      You're so welcome! I prefer things a bit spicy, so I'm happy to hear we're in the same boat. Enjoy! 🙂

      Reply
  57. Denise says

    August 15, 2017 at 3:36 pm

    Great recipe, but a little spicy for me!! Wishing I could add sour cream to tone is down a bit lol

    Delicious though!

    Reply
    • The Movement Menu says

      August 16, 2017 at 9:52 am

      Ah, how much spice did you end up using? I do like things spicy, so I should mention that in the recipe. I will edit it now to reflect that. Thanks for letting me know!!!!

      Reply
  58. Michelle says

    August 01, 2017 at 12:13 pm

    I was just curious... how big is each serving?

    Reply
    • The Movement Menu says

      August 01, 2017 at 1:12 pm

      I'm not sure exactly how big it is. I created the serving size based on how much protein consumption was adequate. Does that make sense?

      Reply
  59. Amanda says

    July 26, 2017 at 3:16 pm

    I was in need of comport food tonight , and this for sure hit the spot. Loved it!!

    Reply
    • The Movement Menu says

      July 30, 2017 at 8:23 pm

      That makes me so happy! Can you do me a huge favor and give the recipe a rating (1-5 stars)? You can do so towards the bottom of the recipe post. That helps me out a ton!

      Reply
  60. Ali says

    July 04, 2017 at 12:20 pm

    This recipe looks amazing! I'm trying it with chicken. I hope it turns out well.

    Reply
    • The Movement Menu says

      July 05, 2017 at 9:45 am

      Yummy. DO let me know how it is! 🙂

      Reply
  61. Heather Harjes says

    June 02, 2017 at 1:44 pm

    Hi, what is the white liquid drizzled on the top of the soup?

    Reply
    • The Movement Menu says

      June 03, 2017 at 2:14 pm

      Hi there, I just drizzled some extra coconut milk/drizzle on top!

      Reply
  62. going_4_a_run says

    April 24, 2017 at 5:05 pm

    This was delicious! A little on the spicy side, but that is easy to adjust. Will certainly be making this again! Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
    • The Movement Menu says

      April 24, 2017 at 6:28 pm

      I'm so happy to hear that. I need to probably adjust the spices a bit. Thanks for letting me know 🙂

      Reply
  63. Courtney T says

    March 09, 2017 at 4:04 pm

    I made this soup this afternoon for tonight on the stove top. The flavors are great but it's a little thin for my taste. Anything I can so to thicken it up?

    Reply
    • The Movement Menu says

      March 11, 2017 at 11:29 am

      Hi, absolutely! This is such a good question. What I would do is whisk together a few tablespoons of arrowroot flour with a splash or two of water and drizzle that into the soup. Give it a nice stir and let it sit for a bit to see how the consistency looks. Keep adding more arrowroot with water until it reaches a thickness you like 🙂

      Reply
  64. Jen says

    March 07, 2017 at 11:15 pm

    This had good flavor but was so greasy. The meat should be drained before adding the other ingredients. I appreciated the Instant Pot option!

    Reply
    • The Movement Menu says

      March 08, 2017 at 9:52 am

      Hi Jen! I totally forgot to add that to the instructions... it should absolutely be drained. I'm so sorry you went through that!

      Reply
  65. Sarah says

    January 27, 2017 at 7:13 pm

    This is probably a really stupid question but I would be using beef bone broth right? Looks delicious! Thank you for the recipe!

    Reply
    • The Movement Menu says

      January 29, 2017 at 5:13 pm

      That isn't a stupid question at all. You can use beef, chicken OR veggie 🙂

      Reply
  66. Sylvie says

    January 26, 2017 at 7:30 pm

    Love that you can make this in the instant pot!

    Reply
  67. Kelsey says

    January 26, 2017 at 5:10 pm

    Yum! My mouth is watering just looking at those jalapenos on top! I love spicy! Love that this is Whole30 approved!

    Reply
  68. linda spiker says

    January 26, 2017 at 2:48 pm

    Beautiful soup! Pinned and shared on my W30 page!

    Reply
    • The Movement Menu says

      January 26, 2017 at 3:12 pm

      Thanks so much for doing that... it's a yummy one!

      Reply
  69. RecipestoNourish says

    January 26, 2017 at 1:09 pm

    This looks absolutely delicious and so pretty! You can't go wrong with all of those beautiful flavors in this soup.

    Reply
    • The Movement Menu says

      January 26, 2017 at 1:28 pm

      Thanks Emily!!!! You're so sweet 🙂

      Reply
  70. Amanda at Literary Weaponry says

    January 26, 2017 at 9:48 am

    This sounds delicious and simple and all the ingredients are things I keep on hand. I am so on board for this. Thanks for the recipe!

    Reply
    • The Movement Menu says

      January 26, 2017 at 9:51 am

      You're absolutely welcome... please do let me know if you try it and what you think! 🙂

      Reply

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