Hey there, busy friend! Craving a delicious, healthy meal that doesn’t chain you to the stove? Introducing Crockpot Taco Casserole, your answer to weeknight dinner dilemmas. Imagine tender ground beef, vibrant veggies, and zesty taco seasoning, all simmered to perfection in your Crockpot, then layered with gooey cheese and crispy tortilla chips. Quick to prep, packed with flavor, and surprisingly healthy – it’s a game-changer. As a mom who juggles work, kids, and everything in between, this Crockpot Taco Casserole is my secret weapon for stress-free, satisfying meals.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
My grandmother, a woman who believed in the power of good food and good company, used to make a layered taco dip for all our family gatherings. This Crockpot Taco Casserole is my take on that classic appetizer, transformed into a hearty, easy-to-make meal. It captures the same warm, comforting flavors of her original, but adapted for today’s busy lifestyle. Every bite brings back memories of laughter, family, and the simple joy of sharing a delicious meal together.
Ingredients
Ground Beef Mixture:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning (low sodium recommended)
- 1 cup water
- 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
- 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies (Rotel), undrained
Cheese & Chips:
- 8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 ounces shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 bag tortilla chips (any variety)
Toppings (optional):
- Sour cream
- Salsa
- Guacamole
- Diced avocado
- Chopped green onions
Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe
- Brown the Beef: In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain off any excess grease.
- Add Seasoning: Stir in the taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture has slightly thickened.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooked ground beef mixture, black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes and green chilies. Mix well.
- Layer in Crockpot: Lightly grease your Crockpot. Layer half of the tortilla chips on the bottom, followed by half of the ground beef mixture, and then half of the cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses.
- Repeat Layers: Repeat the layers with the remaining tortilla chips, ground beef mixture, and cheeses.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 2-3 hours, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Remove from Crockpot and let cool slightly before serving.
- Garnish: Top with your favorite toppings, like sour cream, salsa, guacamole, diced avocado, and chopped green onions. Enjoy!
Crockpot Taco Casserole
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Brown the Beef: In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain off any excess grease.1 pound ground beef
- Add Seasoning: Stir in the taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture has slightly thickened.1 packet taco seasoning, 1 cup water
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooked ground beef mixture, black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes and green chilies. Mix well.15 ounce black beans, 15 ounce corn, 10 ounce diced tomatoes and green chilies (Rotel)
- Layer in Crockpot: Lightly grease your Crockpot. Layer half of the tortilla chips on the bottom, followed by half of the ground beef mixture, and then half of the cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses.8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese, 8 ounces shredded Monterey Jack cheese, 1 bag tortilla chips
- Repeat Layers: Repeat the layers with the remaining tortilla chips, ground beef mixture, and cheeses.8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese, 8 ounces shredded Monterey Jack cheese, 1 bag tortilla chips
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 2-3 hours, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Remove from Crockpot and let cool slightly before serving.
- Garnish: Top with your favorite toppings, like sour cream, salsa, guacamole, diced avocado, and chopped green onions. Enjoy!sour cream, salsa, guacamole, diced avocado, chopped green onions
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