Description
This Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole is a hearty, family-friendly meal made with ground beef, potatoes, beans, and cheese. It’s a comforting one-pot recipe that’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. Minimal prep, loads of flavor, and super versatile!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- ½ cup milk
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 4 medium russet potatoes, thinly sliced
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef with diced onion and minced garlic. Drain excess fat.
- In a bowl, mix cream of mushroom soup, milk, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- In the slow cooker, layer sliced potatoes, ground beef, beans, tomatoes, corn, and soup mixture. Repeat layers, ending with potatoes on top.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours (or high for 3-4 hours).
- Sprinkle shredded cheese during the last 20 minutes of cooking. Let it melt before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier casserole, add jalapeños or hot sauce.
- Use sweet potatoes for a sweeter twist.
- This dish can be prepped ahead and stored in the fridge overnight before cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours (low) or 3 hours (high)
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American