Description
This Crockpot Taco Hash Brown Casserole is a hearty and flavorful dish combining seasoned ground beef, crispy hash browns, melty cheese, and a creamy sauce. Perfect for a comforting family meal, it’s easy to prepare and allows for customizable toppings and add-ins to suit your taste.
Ingredients
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Meat and Seasoning
- 1.5 to 2 lbs ground beef (or any ground meat you prefer)
- 3 tbsp taco seasoning, divided
- 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)
- 10.5 oz can of cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Cheese
- 4 cups shredded cheese, divided (sharp cheddar and pepper jack recommended)
Optional Toppings
- Tomatoes
- Jalapeños
- Lettuce
- Olives
- Sour cream
- Hot sauce
Instructions
- Brown the Meat: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess grease to keep the dish from being 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 blend flavors.
- Combine Ingredients: In the crockpot, layer the partially thawed hash browns, seasoned beef, salsa, 2 cups of shredded cheese, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and the remaining taco seasoning. Mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients well.
- Cook the Casserole: Cover and cook on LOW for 4 hours, or alternatively on HIGH for 2 hours and 30 minutes, until hot and bubbly.
- Add Final Cheese Layer: During the last 30 minutes of cooking, sprinkle the remaining 2 cups of shredded cheese on top of the casserole and allow it to melt.
- Serve and Garnish: Once cooked, serve the casserole hot with optional toppings like tomatoes, jalapeños, lettuce, olives, sour cream, or hot sauce as desired. Enjoy your meal!
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 instead of shredded if preferred.
- For a spicier dish, use hot salsa, pepper jack cheese, or extra jalapeños.
- Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated in the microwave or oven at 350°F until warmed through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
