Here’s a hearty, cheesy, crowd-pleasing dinner: Crock Pot Beefy Potato Taco Casserole! It’s loaded with seasoned ground beef, tender potatoes, gooey cheese, and bold taco flavors—all slow-cooked to perfection. A no-fuss, comforting meal the whole family will love.
🌮🥔 Crock Pot Beefy Potato Taco Casserole
Serves: 6–8 | Prep Time: 15 min | Cook Time: 4–6 hours (low) or 2–3 hours (high)
🛒 Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 (1 oz) packet taco seasoning
- 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies (e.g., Rotel)
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup
- ½ cup sour cream
- 3–4 cups frozen diced hash brown potatoes or peeled, cubed fresh potatoes
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional: chopped green onions, sliced jalapeños, or cilantro for topping
👩🍳 Instructions
- Brown the Beef:
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until browned. Drain any excess grease. - Add Seasoning:
Stir in taco seasoning and diced tomatoes with green chilies (do not drain). Simmer for 2–3 minutes. - Mix the Sauce:
In a bowl, mix the soup and sour cream until smooth. - Assemble in the Crock Pot:
Spray the crock pot with non-stick spray. Layer in this order:- Half the potatoes
- Half the beef mixture
- Half the sour cream mixture
- Half the cheese
- Repeat layers one more time
- Cook:
Cover and cook on LOW for 4–6 hours or HIGH for 2–3 hours, until the potatoes are tender and everything is heated through. - Top & Serve:
Sprinkle with remaining cheese (if reserved), cover for 5–10 minutes to melt. Garnish with green onions, jalapeños, or cilantro if desired.
📝 Tips & Variations
- Add heat: Use spicy Rotel or add hot sauce.
- Veggie boost: Stir in corn or black beans between layers.
- Meat swap: Try ground turkey or chorizo for a different flavor.