Best 5 Slow Cooker Taco Shortcakes Recipes
Looking for a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can feed a crowd? Slow cooker taco shortcakes are the answer! This hearty and flavorful dish is made with juicy taco meat, fluffy shortcakes, and your favorite taco toppings. Simply brown the beef, add your taco seasoning, and let the slow cooker do the work. While the beef is cooking, prepare the shortcakes. Once the beef is done, assemble the shortcakes and top with your favorite taco toppings. You can also get creative and add your own unique twists to the recipe. Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight meal or a fun party dish, slow cooker taco shortcakes are sure to be a hit!
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
SLOW-COOKER TACO SHORTCAKES
A savory version of a sweet treat features a zippy pork and bean mixture over corn muffin "shortcakes."
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 10h25m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- If pork is tied, remove strings or netting. Place pork in 3- to 4-quart slow cooker. Sprinkle with taco seasoning mix. Top with beans.
- Cover and cook on low heat setting 8 to 10 hours.
- Remove pork from cooker; place on cutting board. Shred pork, using 2 forks. Return pork to cooker and mix well. Stir in cheese.
- To serve, cut muffins crosswise in half. Place each bottom half on plate; top with 1/2 cup pork mixture, 1 tablespoon lettuce, 1 tablespoon tomato and muffin top. Serve with sour cream; sprinkle with cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Fat 1, ServingSize 1 Serving
SLOW COOKER SHREDDED CHICKEN TACOS RECIPE BY TASTY
Everyone's on a different diet nowadays, from Paleo and Whole30 to the ever-popular Keto, everyone's got their thing. But that doesn't mean your dining choices have to end! Our slow cooker shredded tacos are perfect for a variety of lifestyles. The best part? We even tell you how to store your leftovers so you can enjoy this whenever the craving strikes. Future You will thank you every time!
Provided by Tasty
Categories Dinner
Yield 11 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In your slow cooker, mix the salsa, lime juice, taco seasoning, and cilantro.
- Salt and pepper the chicken to taste, then mix into the sauce. Cover and cook on high for four hours or low for seven to eight hours.
- Remove the chicken, shred with two forks, and return to the slow cooker and stir.
- Freeze leftovers in an airtight bag for up to six months!
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 227 calories, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 38 grams, Sugar 2 grams
SLOW-COOKER PARTY BEEF TACOS
Let your slow cooker bring the party with these layered beef tacos! We took everyone's favorite layered taco dip and thought: what if we put it on tacos? And with make-ahead instructions, it's safe to say this idea was genius. Your slow cooker keeps the seasoned beef mixture warm, so guests can fill tacos themselves without you running back and forth from the kitchen. Layer your 13x9 with lettuce, roasted corn, red bell pepper, onion, tomatoes, avocados, salsa and cheese, and guests will be able to add all their toppings in one go! Once everyone fills their Old El Paso™ Stand 'N Stuff™ taco shells, the party can officially begin!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 3h25m
Yield 30
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Cook ground beef in 2 batches. For first batch, spray 12-inch skillet with cooking spray. Add half of the ground beef and 1 chopped onion. Cook over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes or until beef is thoroughly cooked, stirring frequently. Drain.
- Stir in 1 package taco seasoning mix, 3/4 cup salsa and 1/2 cup water. Reduce heat to low; simmer 8 to 10 minutes or until most of liquid is absorbed.
- Cool first batch of beef mixture 15 minutes. Spoon into refrigerator or freezer container; cover tightly. Repeat to make second batch. Serve immediately, or refrigerate up to 24 hours or freeze up to 1 week.
- To serve immediately, place beef mixture in slow cooker; keep warm on Low setting. If beef mixture is frozen, thaw before heating. Place beef mixture in slow cooker; cover and cook on High setting for 1 hour or until hot. Reduce heat to Low to keep warm. To serve, spoon beef mixture into taco shells. Top with Layered Taco Toppings.
- To make Layered Taco Toppings, heat oven to 425°F. Spray 15x10x1-inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray. Dry corn on paper towels; spread corn in sprayed pan. Bake at 425°F for 15 minutes. Stir; bake an additional 10 minutes. Cool 5 minutes or until slightly cooled.
- In ungreased 13x9-inch (3 quart) glass baking dish, layer lettuce, bell pepper, roasted corn, onions, tomatoes and avocado.
- In small bowl, combine mayonnaise and salsa; mix well. Spread over vegetables. Sprinkle with cheese and cilantro. Cover tightly; refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 280, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 570 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g
SLOW COOKER TACO SOUP
This is a quick, throw together slow cooker soup with a Mexican flair. Teenagers love it. Serve topped with corn chips, shredded Cheddar cheese and a dollop of sour cream. Make sure you adjust the amount of chile peppers if you're sensitive about spicy foods.
Provided by Janeen Barlow
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Taco Soup Recipes
Time 8h10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a medium skillet, cook the ground beef until browned over medium heat. Drain, and set aside.
- Place the ground beef, onion, chili beans, kidney beans, corn, tomato sauce, water, diced tomatoes, green chile peppers and taco seasoning mix in a slow cooker. Mix to blend, and cook on Low setting for 8 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 361.8 calories, Carbohydrate 37.8 g, Cholesterol 48.5 mg, Fat 16.3 g, Fiber 8.5 g, Protein 18.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 1356 mg, Sugar 8.7 g
SLOW COOKER TACO TURKEY SOUP
Simple taco soup made with ground turkey. Serve with tortilla chips, cheese, or sour cream.
Provided by Sophia Hargreaves
Time 8h20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add turkey, onion, and chile pepper; cook and stir until turkey is crumbly and no longer pink, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer mixture (do not drain) to a slow cooker.
- Add water, chili beans, black beans, corn, tomatoes, tomatoes and green chiles, tomato sauce, cumin, seasoned salt, seasoned pepper, oregano, and salt-free seasoning blend to the slow cooker. Stir well to blend. Cover and cook on Low for 8 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 272.3 calories, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 42 mg, Fat 7.4 g, Fiber 8.9 g, Protein 20.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 1363 mg, Sugar 6.7 g
Tips:
- Choose lean beef or turkey to make the taco filling healthier.
- Use a variety of colorful vegetables in the taco filling to add flavor and nutrition.
- Season the taco filling with your favorite Mexican spices, such as chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder.
- Use a variety of toppings on the taco shortcakes, such as shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, salsa, sour cream, and guacamole.
- Serve the taco shortcakes immediately after they are made, while the shortcakes are still warm.
Conclusion:
Taco shortcakes are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. They are a fun twist on traditional tacos and can be made with a variety of different toppings. With a little planning, you can make a taco shortcake bar that will please everyone in your family.
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