A layered, cheesy taco casserole made in the slow cooker — full of seasoned ground beef, beans, salsa, and tortillas for a no-fuss, family-friendly meal.
1 lb ground beef
1 onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 packet taco seasoning + 1/4 cup water
1 cup salsa
1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained
1 cup corn (frozen or canned)
1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes (optional)
8 small corn tortillas, torn OR 3 cups tortilla chips
2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
Optional toppings: sour cream, avocado, cilantro, jalapeños
Brown ground beef with onion and garlic. Stir in taco seasoning and water. Simmer 2–3 minutes.
In a bowl, mix salsa, beans, corn, and tomatoes.
Grease slow cooker. Layer salsa, tortillas, beef, cheese. Repeat 2 more times.
Cover and cook on LOW 4–5 hours or HIGH 2–3 hours.
Rest 10–15 minutes before serving. Add toppings as desired.
Customize with rice, extra veggies, or hot salsa. Store leftovers up to 4 days or freeze up to 3 months.