Description
Slow Cooker Taco Casserole is the ultimate comfort food, combining the delightful flavors of tacos in a hearty and satisfying dish. Perfect for busy weeknights, this easy recipe allows you to set it and forget it while your slow cooker works its magic. Packed with savory ground beef, zesty tomatoes, and black beans, this casserole can be customized to suit everyone’s tastes. Whether you’re enjoying a casual family dinner or hosting friends, this crowd-pleaser is sure to impress. Top it off with melted cheese and your favorite garnishes for a delicious meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning mix
- 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies (14.5 oz)
- 1 can black beans (15 oz), drained and rinsed
- 1 can corn (15 oz), drained
- 1 cup salsa
- 6 small tortillas, cut into strips
- 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef and drain any excess fat.
- Add diced onion to the skillet and sauté until softened (3–4 minutes). Stir in minced garlic for an additional minute.
- Mix in taco seasoning and diced tomatoes with their juice; remove from heat.
- Layer ingredients in a greased slow cooker: start with salsa, then tortilla strips, half of the beef mixture, black beans, corn, another layer of tortilla strips, remaining beef mixture, black beans, corn again, top with tortilla strips and pour remaining salsa over everything.
- Cover and cook on low for 4–5 hours or high for 2–3 hours.
- About 15 minutes before serving, sprinkle cheese on top; cover until melted.
- Serve garnished with cilantro and desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4–5 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (approximately 290g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 830mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg