Cozy Crockpot Taco Spaghetti

Craving a hearty, comforting meal? Look no further than this Cozy Crockpot Taco Spaghetti. After making this countless times, I’ve perfected the balance of flavors and textures. The result? A fresh, cozy, and incredibly satisfying dish that’s better than takeout. Keep reading for my best tips or jump straight to the recipe card. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Tuscan White Bean Soup and Orange Pound Cake.

What You'll Need for Cozy Crockpot Taco Spaghetti

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 packet (1.27 oz) taco seasoning
• 8 oz uncooked spaghetti, broken in half
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp chili powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
• Optional: Chopped cilantro
• Optional: Diced avocado
• Optional: Sour cream
• Optional: Crushed tortilla chips
• Optional: Diced tomatoes
• Optional: Sliced green onions

How to Make Cozy Crockpot Taco Spaghetti

1. Step 1: Brown ground beef, onion, and bell pepper in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
2. Step 2: Transfer beef mixture to your crockpot. Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, black beans, taco seasoning, garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
3. Step 3: Break spaghetti in half and add it to the crockpot. Stir gently to combine.
4. Step 4: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
5. Step 5: Stir in shredded cheeses until melted and creamy. Serve hot with your favorite toppings.

Storing & Reheating Cozy Crockpot Taco Spaghetti

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: This dish can be made ahead and frozen or refrigerated before serving.

Freezing Cozy Crockpot Taco Spaghetti

Freeze individual portions for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes or until warmed through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes or until warmed through.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a creamier sauce, stir in a spoonful of sour cream or Greek yogurt before serving.
• Best substitution: Use your favorite pasta shape instead of spaghetti if desired.
• Make-ahead: Prepare the beef mixture and combine all ingredients except cheese and toppings in the crockpot the night before. Refrigerate until ready to cook.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
• Troubleshooting: If your spaghetti is too soft, add a little water or broth to the crockpot and stir well. If it's not softening enough, cook on high for an additional hour.

Cozy Crockpot Taco Spaghetti

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Prep

15 mins

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Cook

6-8 hrs (low) or 3-4 hrs (high)

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Total

6 hrs 15 mins (low) or 3 hrs 15 mins (high)

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Serves

6-8 servings

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Diet

Gluten-free, low-carb

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 packet (1.27 oz) taco seasoning
• 8 oz uncooked spaghetti, broken in half

Seasonings

• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp chili powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend

Optional Toppings

• Chopped cilantro
• Diced avocado
• Sour cream
• Crushed tortilla chips
• Diced tomatoes
• Sliced green onions

Instructions

1. Step 1: Brown ground beef, onion, and bell pepper in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
2. Step 2: Transfer beef mixture to your crockpot. Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, black beans, taco seasoning, garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
3. Step 3: Break spaghetti in half and add it to the crockpot. Stir gently to combine.
4. Step 4: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
5. Step 5: Stir in shredded cheeses until melted and creamy. Serve hot with your favorite toppings.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a creamier sauce, stir in a spoonful of sour cream or Greek yogurt before serving.
• Best substitution: Use your favorite pasta shape instead of spaghetti if desired.
• Make-ahead: Prepare the beef mixture and combine all ingredients except cheese and toppings in the crockpot the night before. Refrigerate until ready to cook.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
• Troubleshooting: If your spaghetti is too soft, add a little water or broth to the crockpot and stir well. If it's not softening enough, cook on high for an additional hour.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
• Freezer: Freeze individual portions for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes or until warmed through.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes or until warmed through.
• Make ahead: This dish can be made ahead and frozen or refrigerated before serving.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 28g
• Fat: 20g
• Carbs: 40g
• Fiber: 6g
• Sugar: 5g
• Sodium: 900mg
• Cholesterol: 80mg
• Sat. Fat: 10g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Cozy Crockpot Taco Spaghetti and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!