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Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole

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  • Author: laloti
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 480 minutes
  • Total Time: 495 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: None

Description

A hearty and comforting slow cooker casserole featuring layers of ground beef, potatoes, and vegetables, perfect for family gatherings.


Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (10.75 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 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
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 4 cups sliced potatoes (about 1.5 lbs)
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your preference)


Instructions

  1. Gather all ingredients, making sure to have everything within arm’s reach.
  2. Chop the onion and mince the garlic.
  3. Heat the skillet, and brown the ground beef, then drain the excess fat.
  4. Layer your slow cooker with the sliced potatoes, followed by the browned beef and all the remaining vegetables.
  5. Mix the cream of mushroom soup with milk and stir in the spices.
  6. Pour this mixture over the layered ingredients in the slow cooker.
  7. Set the cooker to low and let it work for 360-480 minutes (6-8 hours).
  8. When the cooking time is up, sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
  9. Cover the slow cooker, allowing the cheese to melt.

Notes

Consider customizing spice levels according to your taste. Leftovers can be used for stuffed peppers or shepherd’s pie.