Description
Discover the easy and delicious Crockpot Taco Casserole, a flavorful family favorite perfect for busy weeknights. This slow cooker recipe combines savory beef, zesty seasonings, and wholesome ingredients, creating a comforting dish that everyone will love. Simple to prepare and full of flavor, it’s an ideal healthy dinner option that requires minimal effort and delivers maximum taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey Beef or chicken
- 1 can black beans, drained
- 1 can corn kernels, drained
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1 cup cooked rice or tortilla chips for crunch
- 1 cup diced tomatoes or salsa
- 1 onion, chopped
- Optional toppings: sour cream, avocado, jalapeños, fresh cilantro
Instructions
- In a skillet, cook ground beef or chicken until browned, then drain excess fat.
- Add cooked meat, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, and taco seasoning to the crockpot. Stir well to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or high for 2-3 hours.
- In the last 30 minutes, sprinkle shredded cheese over the casserole and cover to melt.
- Just before serving, sprinkle crushed tortilla chips or cooked rice for added crunch.
Notes
- Use lean ground beef or turkey to keep the dish healthier.
- Adjust spice level by varying taco seasoning or adding hot sauce.
- For extra flavor, garnish with fresh cilantro or a squeeze of lime before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-6 hours (low), 2-3 hours (high)
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg