Crockpot Taco Casserole

This Crockpot Taco Casserole is the ultimate easy weeknight dinner with hearty, cheesy, and full of bold Mexican flavor. Layers of tortillas, seasoned ground beef, beans, corn, and melty cheese slow cook together to create a cozy, crowd-pleasing meal with minimal effort. It’s one of those “dump and go” crockpot recipes that taste like you spent hours in the kitchen.

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Think taco night meets cozy comfort food. This crockpot taco casserole layers all your Tex-Mex favorites like beef, beans, salsa, and cheese into one family-friendly dinner that practically cooks itself. Serve it right from the slow cooker with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.

Ingredients You’ll Need

1 lb ground beef or ground turkey

1 small onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tbsp homemade)

1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed

1 (15 oz) can corn, drained

1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained

1 cup salsa

12 to 20 street taco size flour or corn tortillas (whole, not cut)

2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese

Optional toppings: sour cream, chopped cilantro, diced avocado, sliced jalapeños

Step by Step Instructions

STEP ONE – In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and onion until browned and onion is softened. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute. Drain excess fat.

STEP TWO – Stir in taco seasoning, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, and salsa. Simmer 2–3 minutes.

STEP THREE – Spray the crock pot with nonstick cooking spray. Place 2–3 whole tortillas flat on the bottom, overlapping slightly to cover.

STEP FOUR – Spread enough meat mixture over the tortillas to cover, and then sprinkle with the cheese.

STEP FIVE – Continue adding layers ending with the meat mixture and a layer of cheese.

STEP SIX – Cover and cook on low for 4–5 hours, until heated through and the cheese is melted.

STEP SEVEN – Let rest 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Top with optional garnishes.