Description
Experience the ultimate comfort food with this Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole, a delightful one-pot meal that combines the rich flavors of ground beef, beans, potatoes, and cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or chilly days, this easy-to-make casserole offers convenience and heartiness, making it a family favorite. Simply brown the beef, layer your ingredients in the slow cooker, and let it simmer until tender. With minimal prep time and endless customization options, you can add your favorite vegetables or experiment with different cheeses. Enjoy a warm bowl of this savory dish that promises to satisfy even the hungriest appetites!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (10.75 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
- ½ 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
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups sliced potatoes (about 1.5 pounds)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your preference)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown 1 pound of ground beef with 1 chopped onion and 3 minced garlic cloves until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Transfer the meat mixture to a slow cooker and mix in 1 can of cream of mushroom soup, ½ cup milk, 1 can drained kidney beans, 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies, 1 cup frozen corn, 1 teaspoon chili powder, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper.
- Layer 4 cups sliced potatoes on top of the mixture.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until potatoes are tender.
- In the last 20 minutes of cooking, sprinkle with 1 cup shredded cheese and allow to melt before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–7 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg