Description
This Slow Cooker Taco Casserole brings together classic taco flavors in a convenient and comforting dish. Seasoned ground beef, beans, corn, salsa, and cheese are layered with tortilla strips in your slow cooker for an easy 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
- 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
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef. Drain excess fat.
- Add diced onion to the skillet and cook until softened (3–4 minutes). Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Stir in taco seasoning and cook for 1 minute. Add diced tomatoes with their juice, stir well, then remove from heat.
- Spray slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray. Spread a thin layer of salsa on the bottom.
- Add a layer of tortilla strips, then half of the beef mixture, half the black beans, and half the corn.
- Repeat layers: tortilla strips, beef, black beans, and corn. Add a final layer of tortilla strips and pour the remaining salsa on top.
- Cover and cook on low for 4–5 hours or on high for 2–3 hours.
- 15 minutes before serving, sprinkle cheese on top, cover, and let melt.
- Serve your slow cooker taco casserole garnished with cilantro, sour cream, jalapeños, and avocado as desired.
Notes
- This slow cooker taco bake is versatile and can be adapted for different dietary needs.
- For a vegetarian version, use lentils or plant-based ground instead of beef.
- For a low-carb option, replace tortillas with zucchini slices or low-carb wraps.
- Adjust spice levels by choosing mild or spicy salsa and omitting jalapeños for a milder taste.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 422 kcal