Description
Crockpot Taco Casserole with Ground Beef and Cheese is an effortless, crowd‑pleasing dinner that combines seasoned ground beef, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes and salsa layered with tortilla strips and melted cheddar or Mexican blend cheese. Cooked low and slow, this comforting casserole delivers bold taco flavor with minimal prep, perfect for busy weeknights, family gatherings or game‑day feasts. Ready in minutes, served hot, it’s the ultimate easy taco‑style comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
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- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 can black beans
- drained and rinsed
- 1 can corn
- drained
- 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 8 small tortillas
- cut into strips
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1 cup salsa
- Optional toppings: sour cream
- green onions
- cilantro
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat, breaking it up with a spatula, until fully cooked (6‑8 minutes). Drain excess fat.
- In a large bowl combine the cooked beef, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes with green chilies, taco seasoning, and salsa; stir until evenly coated.
- Layer half of the tortilla strips evenly across the bottom of the crockpot.
- Spread half of the beef‑bean mixture over the tortilla layer, then sprinkle half of the shredded cheese on top.
- Add the remaining tortilla strips, followed by the rest of the beef‑bean mixture, and finish with the remaining cheese.
- Cover and cook on low for 4‑6 hours or on high for 2‑3 hours, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Turn off the crockpot, let the casserole rest 5‑10 minutes, then serve hot with optional sour cream, green onions, and cilantro.
Notes
- For a smokier flavor
- substitute smoked beef for ground beef. Adjust spice level with hot salsa or jalapeños. Leftovers freeze well for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-6 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
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