Description
Get ready to dive into a hearty and flavor-packed Irresistible Slow Cooker Taco Casserole that will have your family begging for seconds! This comforting dish combines all the classic taco flavors in an easy-to-make, one-pot wonder. Imagine a delicious blend of seasoned ground beef, black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes, all smothered in a layer of melted cheese. It’s the ultimate comfort food that delivers big on taste while requiring minimal effort.
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef (80/20 recommended)
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade)
- 1 can (15 ounce) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 can (14.5 ounce) diced tomatoes (fire-roasted for extra flavor)
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers (mix of colors)
- 1 1/2 cup shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese blend
Instructions
1. Brown the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
2. Season the Beef: Stir in the taco seasoning and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Combine the Ingredients: Transfer the seasoned beef to your slow cooker. Add the black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, and bell peppers. Stir everything together until well combined.
4. Slow Cook to Perfection: Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or on high for 2 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the dish to become irresistibly delicious.
5. Add the Cheese: About 15 minutes before serving, sprinkle the shredded cheese blend over the top of the casserole. Cover and cook until the cheese is melted and gooey.
6. Serve and Enjoy: Garnish the Irresistible Slow Cooker Taco Casserole with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro. Serve hot and enjoy every bite of this comforting and flavor-packed dish!
Notes
The slow cooker is the secret weapon when it comes to creating the Irresistible Slow Cooker Taco Casserole. By allowing the ingredients to simmer and meld together over several hours, the flavors have time to develop and deepen, resulting in a casserole that is truly out of this world.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Fiber: 8 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 milligrams