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Slow Cooker Taco Beef


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A simple and delicious taco beef made in a slow cooker, perfect for tacos, nachos, or salads.


Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds lean ground beef
  • 2 packets taco seasoning (1 ounce each)
  • 1 jar salsa (16 ounce)

Instructions

  1. In a 6-quart slow cooker, combine the beef, taco seasoning packets, and salsa.
  2. Cook on LOW for 5-6 hours or HIGH for 2-3 hours or until beef is cooked through.
  3. Drain any liquid from the crockpot. Use a meat chopper or spoon to break up the beef into smaller pieces.
  4. Serve with taco shells, tortillas, nacho chips, or on a bed of lettuce — plus your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • This taco beef can be used for various dishes.
  • Make sure to drain the excess liquid for better texture.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5-6 hours on LOW or 2-3 hours on HIGH
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg