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Slow Cooker Smothered Fritos Taco Bowls

Irresistible Slow Cooker Smothered Fritos Taco Bowls Delight

A deliciously creamy and customizable dish made with ground beef and Fritos, perfect for a cozy family dinner.
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Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: comfort food, easy recipes, Fritos, Slow Cooker Smothered Fritos Taco Bowls, Taco Bowls
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Calories: 450kcal

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Ingredients

For the Beef Mixture

  • 1 pound ground beef use lean beef for a healthier option
  • 1 packet taco seasoning mix or make your own from scratch
  • 1 can (10 oz) Ro-Tel diced tomatoes with green chilies

For the Creamy Base

  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cheddar cheese soup adds a rich, cheesy texture
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup adds depth of flavor
  • ½ cup milk to thin out the soup mixture

For Topping and Serving

  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese for extra cheesiness
  • Fritos corn chips provides the perfect base
  • sour cream optional topping
  • shredded lettuce optional topping
  • diced tomatoes optional topping
  • sliced jalapeños optional topping
  • chopped onions optional topping
  • avocado optional topping
  • salsa optional topping
  • hot sauce optional topping

Instructions

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Brown the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, brown 1 pound of ground beef for about 6–8 minutes, draining any excess fat.
  • Mix the Seasoning: In the bowl with the beef, mix in the taco seasoning and Ro-Tel, simmering for 3–4 minutes.
  • Prepare the Creamy Base: In the slow cooker, combine the cheddar cheese soup, cream of mushroom soup, and milk until creamy.
  • Combine Ingredients: Fold the seasoned beef into the creamy base in the slow cooker, adding 1 cup of shredded cheese.
  • Cook and Let the Flavors Meld: Cover and cook on low for 3–4 hours.
  • Serve Over Fritos: Serve the mixture warm over Fritos corn chips.
  • Add Toppings: Sprinkle remaining cheese and add toppings like sour cream, lettuce, and jalapeños.

Notes

Customize toppings to your taste for a personalized experience.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowl | Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 15IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 15mg