Description
A family-favorite Crockpot Taco Casserole that combines all the best taco flavors into one easy, comforting, hands-off dinner perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds ground beef (or turkey)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet (1.25 oz) taco seasoning
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) corn kernels, drained
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 2 cups salsa (mild, medium, or hot)
- 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided
- 8 oz tortilla chips, slightly crushed
- Optional toppings: sour cream, diced avocado, sliced jalapeños, fresh cilantro, lime wedges
Instructions
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef and diced onion over medium heat until no longer pink. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds more. Drain excess fat.
- Spray crockpot with non-stick spray. Add meat mixture and sprinkle taco seasoning. Stir to combine.
- Add black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, and salsa. Stir until evenly mixed.
- Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheese over the mixture (do not stir).
- Cover and cook on high for 3–4 hours or low for 6–7 hours.
- 30 minutes before serving, top with crushed tortilla chips and remaining cheese. Cover and cook until cheese melts.
Notes
Customize with ground chicken or turkey, pinto beans, or your favorite cheese. For extra heat, add diced jalapeños or spicy salsa. Make-ahead friendly and great for leftovers!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours on high or 7-8 hours on low
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 425
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 65mg