Taco Crock Pot Hashbrown Casserole Recipe
This Taco Crock Pot Hashbrown Casserole is a delicious and easy slow cooker recipe combining seasoned ground beef, creamy cheddar cheese soup, and crispy hashbrowns. Perfect for a comforting meal with Mexican-inspired flavors, it’s ideal for busy days and family gatherings.
- Author: Zane
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
- Diet: Halal
Meat and Seasoning
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 oz packet taco seasoning
Dairy and Soup
- 10.5 oz cheddar cheese soup
- 2 cups shredded taco style cheese, divided
Other Ingredients
- 30 oz frozen shredded hashbrowns
- Cook the Ground Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with minced garlic until browned and cooked through, breaking it up into crumbles.
- Add Seasoning: Stir in the taco seasoning packet with the cooked beef, mixing well to evenly coat the meat with spices.
- Mix Ingredients: In the crock pot, combine the cooked beef mixture, frozen shredded hashbrowns, cheddar cheese soup, and 1 cup of the shredded taco style cheese. Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients.
- Cook in Crock Pot: Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours until the casserole is hot and bubbly and the hashbrowns are tender.
- Add Remaining Cheese: About 15 minutes before serving, sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded taco style cheese on top. Cover again and let the cheese melt.
- Serve: Once the cheese is melted and bubbly, serve the casserole hot. Optionally garnish with sour cream, diced tomatoes, or sliced jalapeños for extra flavor.
Notes
- You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- If you prefer, add diced onions or bell peppers to the beef during cooking for extra veggies.
- Make sure to thaw the hashbrowns slightly if your crock pot runs hot to avoid overcooking on the edges.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat nicely in the microwave.
- To add a bit of a crunchy topping, sprinkle crushed tortilla chips just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1/6th of recipe)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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