Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole

This Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole is the ultimate comfort food that brings together ground beef, tender potatoes, beans, and a savory mix of seasonings. It’s a one-pot meal that’s easy to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights. With a cheesy topping that melts perfectly during the last 20 minutes of cooking, this hearty casserole will have your family asking for seconds.

Ingredients

• 1 lb 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 tsp chili powder
  
  

• ½ tsp salt
  
  

• ¼ tsp black pepper
  
  

• 4 cups sliced potatoes (about 1.5 pounds)
  
  

• 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your preference)
  
  

Directions

1. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with the chopped onion and minced garlic until the beef is browned and the onions are soft. Drain any excess fat.
   
   

2. Transfer the cooked beef mixture to your slow cooker. Add the cream of mushroom soup, milk, kidney beans, diced tomatoes with green chilies, corn, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until everything is well combined.
   
   

3. Add the sliced potatoes to the slow cooker, making sure they are well coated with the beef and bean mixture.
   
   

4. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6–7 hours or on high for 3–4 hours.
   
   

5. In the last 20 minutes of cooking, sprinkle shredded cheese on top and allow it to melt.
   
   

6. Serve warm.
   
   

Nutritional Value (per serving)

• Calories: 395 kcal
  
  

• Carbohydrates: 42g
  
  

• Protein: 25g
  
  

• Fat: 15g
  
  

• Saturated Fat: 7g
  
  

• Cholesterol: 45mg
  
  

• Sodium: 670mg
  
  

• Potassium: 850mg
  
  

• Fiber: 5g
  
  

• Sugar: 7g
  
  

• Vitamin A: 600 IU
  
  

• Vitamin C: 9mg
  
  

• Calcium: 150mg
  
  

• Iron: 3mg