Description
A hearty and flavorful Crockpot Taco Hash Brown Casserole combining seasoned ground beef, tender hash browns, salsa, creamy soup, and melted cheese, perfect for an easy and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Meat and Seasoning
- 1.5 to 2 lbs ground beef or any type of ground meat you like
- 3 tbsp taco seasoning, divided in half
- 1/4 cup water for the taco meat
Main Ingredients
- 26 oz bag of frozen shredded hash browns, partially thawed
- 1 cup salsa, store bought or homemade
- 4 cups shredded cheese (sharp cheddar and pepper jack), divided in half
- 10.5 oz can of cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Optional Toppings
- Tomatoes
- Jalapenos
- 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 reduce fat content.
- Season the meat: Add 2 tablespoons of taco seasoning and 1/4 cup water to the browned beef. Simmer for a few minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Combine ingredients in crockpot: In a crockpot, place the thawed shredded hash browns. Add the seasoned beef, salsa, 2 cups of shredded cheese, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and the remaining 1 tablespoon of taco seasoning. Mix everything together thoroughly.
- Cook the casserole: Cover and cook on LOW for 4 hours until bubbly and cooked through. Alternatively, cook on HIGH for 2 hours and 30 minutes.
- Add remaining cheese: During the last 30 minutes of cooking, sprinkle the remaining 2 cups of shredded cheese on top to melt and create a cheesy crust.
- Serve: Garnish with optional toppings such as tomatoes, jalapenos, lettuce, olives, sour cream, and hot sauce. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Customize it by adding black beans, corn, green chiles, or bell peppers for extra flavor and texture.
- Frozen cubed hash browns can be used as a substitute for shredded hash browns.
- Use hot salsa, pepper jack cheese, or extra jalapeños if you prefer a spicy version.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven at 350°F until warmed through in a covered dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
