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Crockpot Beef Tacos (The BEST!)

July 18, 2017 By Heidi Leave a Comment

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Feed your crowd an irresistible feast whenever you serve up these exceptionally tasty Crockpot Beef Tacos!

Love tacos? Then be sure to also try these amazing Chicken Tacos and outrageous Pulled Pork Tacos, too!

Crockpot Beef Tacos Recipe

Crockpot Beef Tacos

Use this easy Crockpot Beef Tacos Recipe to transform your Taco Tuesday dinner into a magnificently sublime feast!

Brandi writes: "With a spoonful of water, stays moist on warm setting for hours. Then we eat when ready."

The slow cooker beef with scratch made taco seasoning serves up flavors that will keep your family coming back for seconds, and thirds, and more.

This recipe truly makes the best homemade taco beef.

Plus, the slow cooker will keep it hot and ready for whenever your family happens to come walking through the door wanting dinner!

So are you ready for one of the Easiest Crockpot Recipes you’ll ever make?

Trust me… your family is going to love this yummy homemade Crockpot Beef Taco Meat!

Here’s what you’ll do…

Related: 21 Easy Homemade Seasoning Recipes

Crockpot Beef Tacos

Crockpot Beef Tacos Ingredients

You’ll just need these simple ingredients to create these heavenly beef tacos at home!

Check your cupboards, pantry or fridge, or add the following to your next grocery list to make sure you’ve got everything on hand…

  • Ground Beef
  • Chili Powder
  • Cumin
  • Garlic Salt
  • Onion Powder
  • Cayenne Pepper
  • Corn Starch

You’ll also need a 5 – 6 quart Crock Pot to get the job done.

That’s it.  You’ll just need 7 ingredients to get the job done!

Crockpot Beef Taco Meat Recipe

How To Make Crockpot Beef Tacos

It’s actually SO easy to prepare beef tacos in your slow cooker.

Here’s what you’ll do…

1. Cook your beef in your crockpot, then drain and discard the juices.

2. Mix up your seasonings in a mixing bowl, mix with water, then pour the seasonings over your beef and continue cooking.

3. Once done, serve it up and enjoy every last delicious bite!

That’s it.  Just a few simple steps and you’re done!

Scroll down for the printable recipe card with detailed, step-by-step instructions.

Taco Seasoning Recipe

How To Store Slow Cooker Beef Taco Meat

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.

You can reheat the next day for another easy weeknight meal!

How To Serve Crockpot Beef Tacos

So what are the best beef taco toppings?

Start with some warm tortillas.

Then… here are just a few delicious ideas for how to finish off your glorious beef tacos.

  • Fresh Mango Pineapple Salsa
  • Fresh Pico de Gallo Salsa
  • Chipotle Corn Salsa
  • Easy Blender Salsa
  • Chopped Leaf Lettuce
  • Shredded Cheese
  • Sour Cream
  • Fresh Guacamole

I also like to serve my tacos with a side of copycat Cilantro Lime Rice. YUM!

Cilantro Lime Rice Recipe Easy

Crockpot Beef Tacos Reviews

Here’s what your frugal friends are saying about this savory Beef Taco Meat recipe…

D writes: “So tasty. Just need to add those taco shells or maybe even make a taco salad”

Shannon writes: “Great recipe for seasoning without all that added stuff in the little packs”

Kim writes: “Love how easy and delicious!!”

Brandi writes: “With a spoonful of water, stays moist on warm setting for hours. Then we eat when ready.”

Ryan writes: “Great for feeding a crowd”

Crockpot Beef Tacos Recipe


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Crockpot Beef Tacos

Feed your crowd an irresistible feast whenever you serve up this exceptionally tasty Crockpot Beef Tacos Recipe!
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Cook Time2 hours hrs 30 minutes mins
Total Time2 hours hrs 35 minutes mins
Servings: 8
Author: The Frugal Girls

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs ground Beef
  • 8 tsp Chili Powder
  • 3 tsp Cumin
  • 2 1/2 tsp Garlic Salt
  • 2 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper
  • 2 tsp Corn Starch

Instructions

  • Add Beef to 5 or 6 quart Crockpot, and break down into smaller pieces using large wooden spoon, distributing evenly.
  • Cook on HIGH for 2 hours, or LOW for 4 hours.
  • Stir every 30 minutes to break up into smaller pieces.
  • Add remainder of ingredients to small bowl, mix thoroughly, and set aside. This is your homemade Taco Seasoning Recipe!
  • After 2 hours on HIGH or 4 hours on LOW, drain excess juices from Crock Pot.
  • Add 2/3 cup of water to the dry taco seasoning ingredients, and stir well.
  • Pour liquid seasoning mixture over drained beef, stir well, cover and cook for 10 more minutes on HIGH.
  • Add to tacos, burritos or nachos and ENJOY!
Course: Entree
Cuisine: Mexican

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