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Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole – Hearty, Easy One-Pot Dinner Recipe

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This Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole is a hearty, flavor-packed dish perfect for busy nights or easy weekend meals. Tender potatoes, seasoned ground beef, melty cheddar, beans, and a creamy tomato base make it a comforting one-pot meal for the whole family.

  • Total Time: 7 hours 25 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 3 cups diced russet potatoes
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with juice
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) tomato soup
  • 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Drain excess fat and season with salt, pepper, paprika, and chili powder.
  2. Peel and dice the potatoes into bite-sized cubes. Dice the onion and mince the garlic.
  3. In the slow cooker, layer half the potatoes, half the beef, some onions, garlic, beans, and tomatoes. Repeat layers until ingredients are used.
  4. Pour the tomato soup evenly over the top. Do not stir.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours until potatoes are tender.
  6. About 10 minutes before serving, top with shredded cheddar cheese. Close lid and let cheese melt.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot and enjoy.

Notes

  • For extra heat, add diced green chiles or use pepper jack cheese.
  • Avoid overcooking on high—potatoes may become mushy.
  • This dish freezes beautifully, so make extra for busy weeknights.
  • Author: lina
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 7 hours
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 portion
  • Calories: 490
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 780 mg
  • Fat: 28 g
  • Saturated Fat: 13 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 34 g
  • Fiber: 6 g
  • Protein: 27 g
  • Cholesterol: 85 mg