How to Batch Prep Taco Meat (Freezer-Friendly Meal Prep)
Learn how to batch prep taco meat for easy freezer meals. Cook once and freeze portions for tacos, taco salads, burrito bowls, and busy weeknight dinners.
Servings: 3 pounds
Calories: 640kcal
Ingredients
- 3 pounds lean ground beef 90% or higher — you can also use ground turkey or ground pork
- 2 Tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional for a little heat
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup water
Instructions
- Add raw ground beef, spices, and water to your slow cooker.
- Stir gently to combine.
- Cook on low 4–5 hours or high 2–3 hours.
- Break up meat, drain grease if needed, and serve.
Notes
Seasoning: Feel free to swap the listed spices for a taco seasoning packet.
Add-ins: Stir in extras like black beans, zucchini, or a spoonful of refrigerated salsa near the end of cooking for extra flavor and texture.
Storage: Store leftovers in a sealed container in the fridge up to 3–4 days, or freeze for 2–3 months.
Reheating: Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave with a splash of water or salsa to keep the meat moist.
Serving ideas: Spoon into tacos, burrito bowls, over rice, or even into breakfast burritos the next day.
Nutrition
Serving: 1pound | Calories: 640kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 98g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 281mg | Sodium: 2288mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g
