Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole

Introduction

Cowboy Casserole is a classic comfort dish packed with hearty ground beef, tender potatoes, beans, and a rich savory sauce. This easy slow cooker recipe is perfect for busy days — simply toss the ingredients together and let the slow cooker do the work. It’s a family-friendly, crowd-pleasing meal ideal for cozy dinners or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

• 1 pound 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 teaspoon chili powder
  
  

• ½ teaspoon salt
  
  

• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  
  

• 4 cups sliced potatoes (about 1.5 pounds)
  
  

• 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
  
  

Directions

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

2. Transfer beef mixture to the slow cooker. Add cream of mushroom soup, milk, kidney beans, diced tomatoes with green chilies, corn, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
   
   

3. Add sliced potatoes, making sure they’re coated evenly with the mixture.
   
   

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

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

Nutritional Value by Grams (per serving approx.)

• Calories: 380 kcal
  
  

• Protein: 26 g
  
  

• Fat: 15 g
  
  

• Carbohydrates: 30 g
  
  

• Fiber: 5 g
  
  

• Sodium: 700 mg