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Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole

💛 SummaryThis Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole is the ultimate comfort food loaded with seasoned ground beef, beans, corn, tomatoes, and tender potatoes. It’s rich, filling, and topped with melted cheddar cheese for that extra indulgent finish. A family-friendly favorite that tastes even better the next day!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can 10.75 oz 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

Method
 

  1. Brown beef, onion, and garlic in a skillet. Drain fat.
  2. Add beef mixture and all other ingredients (except cheese) to a slow cooker. Stir well.
  3. Add potatoes and mix to coat.
  4. Cook on low 6–7 hours or high 3–4 hours.
  5. In final 20 minutes, add cheese and cover to melt. Serve hot.
  6. See full steps with tips & photos → https://theboatshedcafe.com/slow-cooker-cowboy-casserole/

Notes

• You can swap kidney beans with black beans or pinto beans.
• Russet or Yukon gold potatoes work great in this recipe.
• For a spicier kick, use hot diced tomatoes or add extra chili powder.