Description
Slow Cooker Taco Casserole is a deliciously easy one-pot meal perfect for busy weeknights. This comforting dish combines seasoned ground beef, black beans, corn, and colorful bell peppers, all topped with gooey cheese. With minimal prep time and maximum flavor, it’s ideal for family dinners or entertaining friends. Just set it and let your slow cooker work its magic!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef (80/20)
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tbsp homemade)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers (mix of colors)
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked; drain excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning and cook for one additional minute.
- Transfer the beef to a slow cooker and add black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, and bell peppers; mix well.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours.
- About 15 minutes before serving, sprinkle cheese on top and cover until melted.
- Serve hot with desired toppings like sour cream and cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours on low / 2 hours on high
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 770mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For a healthier option, substitute ground turkey for beef. - Add sliced jalapeños for extra heat or toss in some avocado as a topping. - Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.