Easy Crockpot Taco Meat Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
4 hrs
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Total Time
4 hrs 5 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
399 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
Easy Crockpot Taco Meat Recipe
Description
Easy Crockpot Taco Meat Recipe combines ground beef, salsa, and taco seasoning, slow-cooked in a crockpot for several hours. The beef simmers gently to absorb the spices and salsa moisture, becoming tender and flavor-rich without drying out. The method involves placing raw beef in the slow cooker, adding salsa and seasoning, then cooking on low or high until fully cooked. Breaking up the meat before serving ensures an even, crumbly texture ideal for tacos or fillings.
The salsa adds acidity and moisture that balances the savory meat and seasoning, while the slow cooker keeps the preparation hands-off and easy. This style of taco meat is versatile for serving in tortillas, taco salads, or alongside beans and rice.
This dish works well for meal prep or feeding a crowd since it can cook unattended for hours and provides a flavorful protein base. Letting the meat cook fully before breaking it up helps retain juiciness and makes handling easier.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef lean
- 1 cup salsa
- 3 tablespoons taco seasoning
Instructions
- Place the ground meat (raw) in the crock pot.
- Pour the salsa on top and sprinkle with the taco seasoning mix. (We use homemade taco seasoning.)
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until no longer pink. Use a spoon to break up the taco meat and serve.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 399 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 399kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 26g | 52% |
| Fat | 30g | 46% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Cholesterol | 107mg | 36% |
| Sodium | 541mg | 23% |
| Potassium | 531mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 365IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 1.6mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 40mg | 4% |
| Iron | 3.2mg | 18% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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