Crock Pot Mexican Casserole Recipe
This Crock Pot Mexican Casserole is an easy and hearty one-pot meal featuring seasoned ground beef, beans, corn, tomatoes, and melted cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights, this slow cooker recipe requires minimal prep and delivers comforting flavors with a Mexican twist.
- Author: Mick
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Meat
Vegetables & Beans
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 can (15 oz) beans, drained and rinsed (black beans or pinto beans recommended)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
Dairy
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- Prepare Ingredients: Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat if desired to reduce greasiness.
- Add to Slow Cooker: Transfer the cooked ground beef to the crock pot. Add corn, drained beans, and diced tomatoes with their juices.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours until the mixture is heated through and flavors meld.
- Add Cheese: About 15 minutes before serving, sprinkle shredded cheese on top, cover, and let it melt.
- Serve: Once the cheese is melted and bubbly, spoon the casserole into bowls and enjoy with optional toppings like sour cream, avocado, or cilantro.
Notes
- If you prefer, you can skip browning the beef and add raw ground beef directly to the crock pot, but browning enhances flavor.
- Feel free to customize with additional spices like cumin, chili powder, or garlic powder for extra flavor.
- This casserole can be served over rice or with tortilla chips for added texture.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Optional toppings such as jalapeños, sliced olives, or green onions can add freshness and heat.
Keywords: Crock Pot, Mexican Casserole, Slow Cooker, Ground Beef, Beans, Easy Dinner, One-Pot Meal