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This image shows a hearty serving of cheesy taco hashbrown casserole on a white plate. The dish features layers of browned meat, crispy hashbrowns, diced tomatoes with green chiles, and a rich, melted cheese topping, making it a comforting and flavorful meal.

Cheesy Taco Hashbrown Casserole Crockpot Recipe

Cheesy Taco Hashbrown Casserole is a comforting, savory dish made with seasoned ground beef, hash browns, cheese, and taco seasonings. This easy-to-make crockpot casserole is perfect for busy days, offering a flavorful, cheesy meal that will satisfy the whole family.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 people
Calories 299 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Crock Pot
  • Skillet
  • stirring spoon
  • Measuring spoons
  • can opener
  • Grater

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground meat such as pork, turkey, or chicken
  • 1 oz packet taco seasoning
  • 10½ oz cheese soup
  • 30 oz frozen shredded hash browns
  • 2 cups Mexican Blend Shredded Cheese
  • 10½ oz Rotel or tomatoes with green chiles drained

Instructions
 

  • Brown and drain the ground meat, adding extra seasonings like garlic, onion, or salt to taste.
    This image shows ground beef sizzling in a skillet as it browns. The beef is being cooked until it's no longer pink, ensuring a flavorful base for the casserole.
  • In the Crock Pot, combine the browned meat, hash browns, tomatoes with green chiles, cheese soup, taco seasoning, and half of the shredded cheese.
    This image shows a Crockpot filled with browned meat, hashbrowns, diced tomatoes with green chiles, cheese soup, taco seasoning, and shredded cheese, all ready to be mixed and slow-cooked.
  • Stir well.
    This image shows a spoon stirring the mixture inside the Crockpot, ensuring all ingredients are well combined for even cooking and maximum flavor in the casserole.
  • Top the mixture with the remaining shredded cheese.
    This image shows a generous layer of shredded cheese being sprinkled over the top of the casserole mixture, ready to melt into a gooey, cheesy topping.
  • Cover the Crock Pot and cook on high for 3 hours or low for 4-5 hours.
    This image shows the Crockpot in action as the casserole slowly cooks, allowing the flavors to meld together and the cheese to melt perfectly.
  • Serve and enjoy!
    This image shows a freshly cooked scoop of cheesy taco hashbrown casserole being served onto a plate. The melted cheese stretches beautifully, and the dish is packed with savory flavors.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add extra diced jalapeños or use a spicy taco seasoning.
  • You can swap the taco seasoning for a homemade blend of chili powder, cumin, and paprika for a custom flavor.
  • Consider adding sour cream or salsa on top before serving for extra flavor.