Description
This Slow Cooker Cowboy Potato Casserole is the ultimate comfort food! Packed with layers of tender potatoes, savory ground beef, creamy mushroom sauce, and melty cheddar cheese, this dish is a family-friendly classic that’s simple to prepare. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy dinners, it’s hearty, flavorful, and guaranteed to be a hit.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ pounds ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 5 large potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 can (10.75 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
- ½ cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a skillet, cook ground beef with onion, garlic, and bell pepper until browned; drain excess fat.
- Mix cream of mushroom soup, milk, salt, pepper, and paprika in a bowl.
- In a slow cooker, layer half the potatoes, meat mixture, and sauce. Repeat layers.
- Cover and cook on low for 5–6 hours (or high for 3–4 hours) until potatoes are tender.
- Add shredded cheese and cook for 20 minutes until melted.
- Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Use Yukon Gold potatoes for a creamier texture.
- For a crunchy topping, add crushed tortilla chips before serving.
- Swap beef with turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American