Description
This Easy Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole is a hearty, no-fuss meal made with ground beef, beans, potatoes, and cheese. A perfect comfort food recipe for busy days with minimal prep and maximum flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15-ounce) can corn, drained
- 1 (10.5-ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
- 3 cups frozen diced hash brown potatoes
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
1️⃣ Brown the Beef – In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with diced onion and garlic until browned. Drain excess grease.
2️⃣ Mix the Ingredients – Transfer the cooked beef to your slow cooker. Add kidney beans, corn, cream of mushroom soup, diced tomatoes, milk, salt, pepper, and optional spices. Stir well to combine.
3️⃣ Add the Potatoes – Mix in the frozen hash brown potatoes, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
4️⃣ Slow Cook – Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until the potatoes are tender.
5️⃣ Add Cheese – Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top, cover, and let it melt for about 10 minutes.
6️⃣ Serve and Enjoy – Ladle into bowls and serve hot!
Notes
- Meat Options – Swap ground beef for turkey, chicken, or sausage.
- Potatoes – Use thinly sliced fresh potatoes or tater tots instead of hash browns.
- Beans – Substitute black beans or pinto beans.
- Extra Veggies – Add bell peppers, jalapeños, or mushrooms.
- Cheese – Try Monterey Jack, Pepper Jack, or a Mexican blend.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
- Category: main dish, casserole
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: slow cooker casserole, cowboy casserole, easy comfort food, ground beef recipe, hearty slow cooker meal