Description
This Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole is a hearty, cheesy comfort food that’s perfect for busy nights. Packed with ground beef, potatoes, beans, corn, and melty cheese, it’s a crowd-pleasing meal that everyone will love. Simply layer everything in the slow cooker and let it work its magic!
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (10.75 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups sliced potatoes (about 1.5 pounds)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your preference)
Instructions
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Cook the Ground Beef:
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess fat and transfer the beef to the slow cooker. -
Add Vegetables and Beans:
Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, kidney beans, diced tomatoes with green chilies, frozen corn, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to the slow cooker. Stir well to combine. -
Prepare the Potatoes:
Layer the sliced potatoes evenly on top of the mixture in the slow cooker. Pour the milk and cream of mushroom soup over the potatoes, making sure they are covered evenly. -
Cook:
Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, until the potatoes are tender and the casserole is bubbly. -
Add the Cheese:
In the last 10 minutes of cooking, sprinkle the shredded cheese over the top of the casserole. Cover and let the cheese melt. -
Serve:
Once the cheese is melted and bubbly, serve the Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole hot. Enjoy!
Notes
- Tip: If you prefer a spicier dish, add extra chili powder or some jalapeños to the casserole.
- Variation: You can substitute the kidney beans with black beans or pinto beans.
- Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
- Category: Casserole, Comfort Food, Slow Cooker
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe (approximately 1 cup)
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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