Description
This Crockpot Taco Hash Brown Casserole is a flavorful and hearty dish combining seasoned ground beef, shredded hash browns, cheese, and creamy soup, all slow-cooked to perfection. Perfect for an easy weeknight meal, it’s customizable with your favorite toppings and additional veggies to suit your taste.
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 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 Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, ensuring it is cooked through. Drain any excess grease to keep the dish from being too oily.
- Season the Meat: Add 2 tablespoons of taco seasoning and ¼ cup water to the browned beef. Let it simmer for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Prepare the Crockpot Mixture: In the crockpot, combine the partially thawed hash browns, seasoned beef, 1 cup salsa, 2 cups shredded cheese, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and the remaining 1 tablespoon of taco seasoning. Mix all ingredients thoroughly to evenly distribute flavors.
- Cook: Cover the crockpot and cook on LOW for 4 hours or on HIGH for 2 to 2½ hours, allowing the casserole to fully heat and flavors to blend together perfectly.
- Add Cheese and Serve: About 30 minutes before serving, sprinkle the remaining 2 cups of shredded cheese on top. Let it melt and become bubbly. Serve hot topped with your favorite optional toppings like tomatoes, jalapenos, lettuce, olives, sour cream, or hot sauce.
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 with equally good results.
- Make the dish spicy by using hot salsa, pepper jack cheese, or extra jalapeños.
- Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or in the oven at 350°F covered until warmed through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0.3g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
