Description
This Crockpot Taco Hash Brown Casserole is a hearty and flavorful one-pot meal featuring seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and crispy hash browns slow-cooked to perfection. Ideal for busy days, it combines Mexican-inspired flavors with the convenience of a crockpot, delivering a delicious and satisfying dinner that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
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Meat and Seasoning
- 1.5 to 2 lbs Ground Beef or any type of ground meat you like
- 3 tbsp Taco Seasoning, divided in half
- 1/4 cup Water for the taco meat
Main Casserole Ingredients
- 26 oz Bag of Frozen Shredded Hash Browns, partially thawed
- 1 cup Salsa, store bought or homemade
- 4 cups Shredded Cheese, divided in half (sharp cheddar and pepper jack recommended)
- 10.5 oz Can of Cream of Chicken Soup
- 1/2 cup Sour Cream
Optional Toppings
- Tomatoes
- Jalapenos
- Lettuce
- Olives
- Sour cream
- Hot sauce
Instructions
- Brown the Ground Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and cooked through. Drain any excess grease to keep the casserole from being too oily.
- Season the Meat: Add 2 tablespoons of taco seasoning and 1/4 cup water to the browned beef. Simmer for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Combine Ingredients in Crockpot: Place the partially thawed hash browns in the crockpot. Add the seasoned beef, 1 cup salsa, 2 cups shredded cheese, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and the remaining 1 tablespoon taco seasoning. Mix everything thoroughly to evenly distribute the ingredients.
- Cook the Casserole: Cover the crockpot and cook on LOW for 4 hours or on HIGH for 2 to 2 1/2 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the casserole to heat through.
- Add Cheese Topping: About 30 minutes before serving, sprinkle the remaining 2 cups of shredded cheese over the top. Cover again and continue cooking until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve with Toppings: Once cooked, serve the casserole warm with your choice of optional toppings such as tomatoes, jalapenos, lettuce, olives, sour cream, or hot sauce. Enjoy!
Notes
- Customize it by adding black beans, corn, green chiles, or bell peppers for extra flavor and texture.
- Frozen cubed hash browns can be used instead of shredded hash browns.
- For a spicy kick, use hot salsa, pepper jack cheese, or extra jalapeños.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or warm in a covered dish at 350°F until heated through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
