Description
A hearty and comforting Crockpot Taco Hash Brown Casserole combining seasoned ground beef, shredded hash browns, cheese, and creamy soup for a delicious and easy slow cooker meal. Perfect for busy days, this casserole offers customizable toppings and can be tailored to your spice preference.
Ingredients
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Meat and Seasoning
- 1.5 to 2 lbs Ground Beef or any ground meat of your choice
- 3 tbsp Taco Seasoning, divided in half
- 1/4 cup Water (for taco meat)
Main Casserole
- 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
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jalapeños
- Lettuce
- Olives
- Sour Cream
- Hot Sauce
Instructions
- Brown the Meat: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess grease to keep the casserole from becoming too oily.
- Season the Meat: Add 2 tablespoons of taco seasoning and 1/4 cup water to the browned beef. Simmer for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the seasoning to dissolve.
- Combine Ingredients in Crockpot: In the crockpot, place the partially thawed hash browns. Add the seasoned beef, 1 cup salsa, 2 cups shredded cheese, cream of chicken soup, 1/2 cup sour cream, and the remaining 1 tablespoon of taco seasoning. Mix everything thoroughly to distribute all ingredients evenly.
- Cook the Casserole: Cover the crockpot and cook on LOW for 4 hours or on HIGH for 2 to 2.5 hours, until the hash browns are tender and the casserole is bubbly.
- Add Remaining Cheese: About 30 minutes before serving, sprinkle the remaining 2 cups of shredded cheese evenly over the top. Cover and let it melt completely during the last half hour of cooking.
- Serve and Garnish: Once cooked, serve hot with your choice of optional toppings such as tomatoes, jalapeños, lettuce, olives, sour cream, and hot sauce. Enjoy your flavorful taco hash brown casserole!
Notes
- Customize it by adding black beans, corn, green chilies, or bell peppers to enhance flavor and texture.
- Frozen cubed hash browns can be used instead of shredded hash browns without any issue.
- For extra spice, use hot salsa, pepper jack cheese, or add extra jalapeños.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or in a covered dish in the oven at 350°F until warmed through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 1/6 of casserole)
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
