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Slow Cooker Taco Casserole


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  • Author: Clara Hastings
  • Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes (or 2 hours 15 minutes if cooked on high)
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A delicious and hearty Slow Cooker Taco Casserole that combines ground beef, beans, corn, and cheese for a satisfying meal.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb (450g) ground beef
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning mix
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies (Rotel)
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • 6 small flour or corn tortillas, cut into strips
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • Sour cream for serving
  • Sliced jalapeños (optional, for serving)
  • Diced avocado (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain any excess fat.
  2. Add the diced onion to the skillet with the beef and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Stir in the taco seasoning mix and cook for 1 minute.
  5. Add the diced tomatoes with green chilies (including the juice) and stir to combine. Remove from heat.
  6. Spray the inside of your slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray.
  7. Spread a thin layer of salsa on the bottom of the slow cooker.
  8. Place a layer of tortilla strips over the salsa.
  9. Spread half of the beef mixture over the tortillas.
  10. Add half of the black beans and half of the corn.
  11. Add another layer of tortilla strips, followed by the remaining beef mixture, black beans, and corn.
  12. Top with the remaining tortilla strips and pour the remaining salsa over the top.
  13. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours.
  14. About 15 minutes before serving, sprinkle the shredded Mexican cheese blend over the top of the casserole. Cover and let the cheese melt.
  15. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and serve with sour cream, sliced jalapeños, and diced avocado, if desired.

Notes

  • Feel free to customize the toppings based on your preferences.
  • This dish can also be made vegetarian by omitting the ground beef and using additional beans or vegetables.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4-5 hours on low or 2-3 hours on high
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 750mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg