Slow Cooker Taco Casserole
The ultimate comfort food combining all your favorite taco flavors into a hearty, hassle-free meal perfect for busy nights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Total Time: 375 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Beef, Chicken, Turkey
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can corn, drained
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 2 cups shredded cheese
- 2 cups tortilla chips
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Brown the meat: In a skillet, brown the ground beef or turkey with the diced onion and bell pepper for 5-7 minutes.
- Transfer to slow cooker: Carefully move the browned meat mixture into the slow cooker.
- Add the remaining ingredients: Stir in the black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, and taco seasoning.
- Cook low or high: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Add chips and cheese: 30 minutes before serving, add the tortilla chips and sprinkle cheese on top.
- Melt the cheese: Cover and let the cheese melt for about 20-30 minutes.
- Serve and enjoy: Serve the casserole warm with your favorite toppings.
Notes
You can customize the recipe with different proteins and toppings. For a vegetarian option, replace meat with lentils.
Find it online: https://www.chickennova.com/slow-cooker-taco-casserole/