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Slow Cooker Taco Casserole

Mouthwatering Slow Cooker Taco Casserole for Cozy Nights

This Slow Cooker Taco Casserole is a heartwarming dinner perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Choose 80/20 for flavor.
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning Use homemade or store-bought.
  • 1 can Canned Black Beans Rinse well before adding.
  • 1 cup Corn Kernels Fresh or frozen, can swap for zucchini.
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes Fire-roasted for extra smokiness.
  • 2 cup Shredded Cheese Mix of cheddar and Monterey Jack.
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Chopped into bite-sized pieces.
Additional Toppings (Optional)
  • 1 cup Sour Cream For dolloping before serving.
  • Fresh Cilantro For garnish.
  • Jalapeños For added spice.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Gather all your ingredients including ground beef, taco seasoning, canned black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, and bell peppers.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef for 6-8 minutes until no longer pink.
  3. Add taco seasoning to the skillet and stir thoroughly for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Transfer the seasoned ground beef to the slow cooker, followed by rinsed black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, and chopped bell peppers. Mix well.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours.
  6. About 15 minutes before serving, sprinkle shredded cheese on top and cover to let it melt.
  7. Serve hot, topping with sour cream, fresh cilantro, and slices of jalapeños.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Prep ingredients ahead of time for a quick assembly. Brown beef for best flavor and adjust cooking time for cold ingredients.

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