– 1 pound ground beef (or turkey)
– 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
– 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
– 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
– 1 packet taco seasoning
– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
– 1 cup diced bell peppers (red, green, or yellow)
– 1 cup diced onions
– 1 cup salsa
– 1 cup tortilla chips, crushed
– Optional toppings: sour cream, avocado, cilantro, jalapeños
Creating the Crockpot Taco Casserole is easy with these step-by-step instructions:
1. Brown the Meat: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef or turkey until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
2. Prepare the Crockpot: In your crockpot, combine the cooked meat, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, taco seasoning, bell peppers, onions, and salsa.
3. Mix Ingredients: Stir everything together until well combined.
4. Layer Cheese: Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese over the mixture in the crockpot.
5. Cover and Cook: Place the lid on the crockpot. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
6. Add Tortilla Chips: About 30 minutes before serving, sprinkle the crushed tortilla chips on top of the casserole.
7. Top with Remaining Cheese: Add the remaining cheddar cheese over the tortilla chips and cover again until melted.
8. Serve: Once the cheese is melted and everything is heated through, it’s ready to serve.
These steps will guide you through making this incredible casserole effortlessly. You’ll love how easy it is to put together!