Description
Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole combines tender potatoes, savory ground beef, melted cheddar cheese, and a creamy, flavorful sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual family dinners, this recipe is easy, hearty, and guaranteed to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups (about 1.5 lbs or 680g) sliced potatoes
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (10.75 oz or 305g) condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup (120ml) milk
- 1 can (15 oz or 425g) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 oz or 411g) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 cup (150g) frozen corn
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup (100g) shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: In a skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Add onion and garlic, sautéing until fragrant. Drain excess fat.
- Combine Ingredients: Transfer the beef mixture to the slow cooker. Stir in cream of mushroom soup, milk, beans, tomatoes, corn, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add Potatoes: Layer sliced potatoes on top, ensuring they are evenly distributed and submerged in the mixture.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until potatoes are tender.
- Add Cheese: In the last 20 minutes, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top. Cover and let it melt.
- Serve: Gently stir and serve hot. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- Adjust the spice level with more chili powder or diced jalapeños.
- Swap ground beef for turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
- Use a slow cooker liner for easy cleanup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–7 hours (low) or 3–4 hours (high)
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American