Cheesy Keto Taco Soup with Bell Peppers and Sausage
A comforting, low-carb taco soup brimming with spicy sausage, colorful bell peppers, and a rich cheesy broth. This american-inspired keto (low carb) ready in about 45 minutes pairs pound, casings removed Italian sausage, medium, diced green bell pepper, medium, diced red bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 pound, casings removed Italian sausage
- 1 medium, diced green bell pepper
- 1 medium, diced red bell pepper
- 1 medium, diced yellow bell pepper
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 14 ounces, no sugar added diced tomatoes
- 4 ounces, cubed cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large pot over medium heat, add 1 pound Italian sausage and cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart until browned and cooked through.
- Step 2: Stir in 1 medium diced green bell pepper, 1 medium diced red bell pepper, 1 medium diced yellow bell pepper, and 1 medium diced onion; cook for 4-5 minutes until vegetables soften.
- Step 3: Add 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 teaspoons chili powder, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 4: Pour in 4 cups chicken broth and 14 ounces diced tomatoes; bring the soup to a simmer and cook uncovered for 15 minutes.
- Step 5: Reduce heat to low and stir in 4 ounces cubed cream cheese and 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese until the cheese melts and the soup is creamy.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Cheesy Keto Taco Soup with Bell Peppers and Sausage take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Cheesy Keto Taco Soup with Bell Peppers and Sausage?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep medium, diced red bell pepper from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Cheesy Keto Taco Soup with Bell Peppers and Sausage?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Cheesy Keto Taco Soup with Bell Peppers and Sausage for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Cheesy Keto Taco Soup with Bell Peppers and Sausage low carb?
Yes — this recipe is tagged low carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
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