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Crock Pot Taco Potato Casserole

Crock Pot Taco Potato Casserole

This Crock Pot Taco Potato Casserole is a creamy, cheesy, and flavor-packed dish that combines seasoned taco meat with diced potatoes and plenty of melted cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or anytime you’re craving a hearty, comforting meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex Fusion
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 28 oz frozen diced potatoes with bell peppers and onions
  • 16 oz Velveeta cut into small cubes
  • 2 cups shredded cheese cheddar, Mexican blend, or your favorite
  • 1 taco seasoning mix packet about 1 oz

Method
 

  1. Brown the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain any excess fat. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Season the Meat: Add the taco seasoning packet to the beef mixture, along with 2–3 tablespoons of water, stirring until well combined.
  3. Layer in the Crock Pot: Lightly grease the inside of your slow cooker. Spread half of the frozen diced potatoes evenly at the bottom. Top with half of the seasoned beef mixture, half of the Velveeta cubes, and half of the shredded cheese.
  4. Repeat Layers: Add the remaining potatoes, beef, Velveeta, and shredded cheese.
  5. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 4–5 hours or high for 2–3 hours, until the potatoes are tender and the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
  6. Serve: Stir lightly before serving to mix the melted cheese throughout. Serve warm with toppings like sour cream, salsa, green onions, or jalapeños.

Notes

  • Active prep time is minimal—around 15 minutes—while the rest of the cooking is hands-off thanks to the slow cooker.
  • Using frozen potatoes with peppers and onions saves chopping time, but fresh diced potatoes work too (just add an extra 30 minutes of cook time).
  • Velveeta ensures a smooth, creamy base, but you can replace it with cream cheese or a homemade cheese sauce if preferred.