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Delicious Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole served in a bowl with toppings

Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole

A comforting, cozy dish that combines ground beef, potatoes, beans, and cheese, slow-cooked to perfection.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meat and base
  • 1 lb ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey.
  • 4 cups sliced potatoes About 1.5 lbs.
Vegetables & Canned Goods
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (10.75 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup Can substitute with cream of chicken.
  • 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 Aldi has killer frozen corn deals.
Spices
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt Salt as you go.
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
Topping
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your preference) Fancy shredded cheese is dreamy, but a block of cheddar is cheaper.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Gather all ingredients.
  2. Chop vegetables uniformly for even cooking.
  3. Rinse and drain canned beans to reduce salt.
  4. Brown ground beef in a skillet, then drain excess fat.
Layering
  1. Layer in slow cooker: potatoes, beef, vegetables, and beans.
  2. Mix cream, broth, and spices; pour over layers.
Cooking
  1. Cook on low for 6-8 hours.
  2. Sprinkle shredded cheese; cover until melted.

Notes

Be mindful not to crowd the potatoes to avoid undercooked surprises. Brown the beef to enhance flavor.