Description
Taco Crock Pot Hashbrown Casserole is a crowd‑pleasing, one‑pot comfort dish that combines fluffy frozen hashbrowns, seasoned smoked beef, beef pepperoni, black beans, corn, and a blend of cheddar‑Mexican cheese, all layered and slow‑cooked with a splash of grape juice. The result is a golden, cheesy casserole that captures bold taco flavors while staying moist and easy to prepare, serving eight hearty portions perfect for family meals or gatherings. Ideal for weeknight meals, it saves time now.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bag frozen hashbrowns
- 1 cup beef pepperoni, chopped
- 1 pound ground beef, cooked and crumbled
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup grape juice
- 1 cup diced tomatoes with green chilies (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine cooked ground beef, chopped beef pepperoni, black beans, corn, taco seasoning, and diced tomatoes in a bowl.
- Grease the slow cooker and layer half of the hashbrowns, then half of the meat mixture, and sprinkle with cheese.
- Repeat layers with remaining hashbrowns, meat mixture, and top with cheese.
- Pour grape juice over the casserole.
- Cover and cook on low 6‑8 hours or high 3‑4 hours until heated through and cheese melts.
- Serve warm with optional toppings.
Notes
- For a spicier version
- add sliced jalapeños to the meat mixture. Leftovers reheat well in the microwave or oven. Can be assembled the night before and cooked in the morning.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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