Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Slow Cooker Rotel Tacos, a perfect dish for any gathering or a cozy night in. This easy-to-follow recipe features ground beef simmered with creamy Velveeta cheese and zesty Rotel tomatoes, creating a rich and satisfying filling that everyone will love. With minimal prep time and the convenience of a slow cooker, these tacos are ideal for busy weeknights or festive occasions. Customize your tacos with a variety of toppings to cater to every palate—making them kid-friendly and appealing to adults alike. Whether it’s Taco Tuesday, a potluck, or game day, these hearty tacos will surely impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs. ground beef
- 1 lb. Velveeta cheese (cubed)
- 10.5 oz. can Rotel Tomatoes
- 1 tsp. salt
- ¼ tsp. black pepper
- ½ tsp. garlic powder
- ½ tsp. onion powder
- Taco shells (warmed)
- Shredded lettuce (for serving)
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Transfer the browned beef to a slow cooker and season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Add cubed Velveeta cheese and Rotel tomatoes to the slow cooker.
- Cook on HIGH for 1.5 to 2 hours until heated through and well combined.
- Serve the mixture in warmed taco shells topped with shredded lettuce and any additional toppings you prefer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 200g total)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg