Description
This Crockpot Beefy Potato Taco Casserole is a comforting and flavorful one-pot meal combining seasoned ground beef, tender diced potatoes, and a creamy cheesy sauce with a Mexican-inspired twist. Easy to prepare and perfect for busy days, this hearty casserole is slow-cooked to perfection, making it ideal for family dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 lb ground beef (cooked)
- 1 yellow onion (diced)
- 2 tsp garlic (minced)
- 28 oz diced potatoes
Casserole Mixture
- 1 can (10 oz) Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cheddar cheese soup
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp taco seasoning
- 2½ cups cheddar cheese (shredded and divided)
Instructions
- Brown the Meat: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add ground beef, diced onions, and minced garlic. Cook until the meat is completely browned and onions are tender. Drain off excess grease to avoid a greasy casserole, then transfer the mixture to the Crock Pot.
- Combine Ingredients: Add diced potatoes, cheddar cheese soup, sour cream, taco seasoning, and 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese to the Crock Pot with the meat. Stir everything together until the mixture is well combined and evenly distributed.
- Cook the Casserole: Cover the Crock Pot and cook on low for 4 hours or on high for 2 hours and 30 minutes. This slow cooking allows the potatoes to become tender and the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Add Final Cheese Layer: After the cooking time, sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of cheddar cheese over the top of the casserole. Cover again and cook for an additional 15 minutes until the cheese melts and becomes gooey on top.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the casserole hot with your favorite toppings such as sliced jalapeños, chopped cilantro, diced tomatoes, or an extra dollop of sour cream. Enjoy this hearty and flavorful meal!
Notes
- For extra flavor and texture, brown the ground beef until it develops a nice caramelized crust—it adds depth and richness to the casserole.
- If you prefer a spicier casserole, use a hot taco seasoning or add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the mixture.
- To enhance the Mexican flair, garnish with favorite toppings like sliced jalapeños, fresh cilantro, diced tomatoes, or additional sour cream before serving.
- You can substitute Rotel with regular diced tomatoes and chopped green chilies if desired.
- Drain excess grease thoroughly after browning the meat to prevent the casserole from becoming too oily.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/6 of casserole)
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
