Crockpot Taco Casserole: 5 Amazing Easy Family Dinners
A hearty slow cooker casserole with seasoned beef, beans, corn, tomatoes, and melted cheese inspired by taco flavors.
Ingredients
1 1/2 pounds ground beef
1 packet taco seasoning
1 can diced tomatoes with green chiles
1 can black beans drained
1 cup corn
1 small onion diced
2 cloves garlic minced
1 cup salsa
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups crushed tortilla chips
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup sour cream optional
Fresh cilantro optional
Instructions
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Brown the ground beef in a skillet.
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Drain excess grease.
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Transfer beef to the slow cooker.
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Add onion, garlic, taco seasoning, salt, and pepper.
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Stir in tomatoes, salsa, beans, and corn.
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Cover and cook on LOW for 3–4 hours or HIGH for 2 hours.
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Stir in half the cheese and crushed tortilla chips near the end.
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Sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
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Cover and cook until cheese melts.
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Serve with sour cream and cilantro if desired.
Notes
Add tortilla chips near the end so they maintain texture. Fresh toppings such as avocado or lettuce complement the casserole.