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Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole

Hearty Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole for Cozy Nights

This Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole is a comforting, hearty dinner that's easy to prepare and loved by all, perfect for chilly nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Substitute with plant-based meat for vegetarian option
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Can replace with shallots for milder flavor
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic is preferred
  • 1 can Dark Red Kidney Beans Substitute with black or pinto beans if desired
  • 1 can Petite Diced Tomatoes Consider fire-roasted for a smoky twist
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes with Chilies Use hotter chilies for extra kick
  • 1 cup Frozen Corn Fresh or canned corn works as a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust according to dietary needs
  • 1/2 teaspoon Freshly Cracked Black Pepper Try white pepper for different taste
  • 1 teaspoon Chipotle Powder Omit for non-spicy option or swap with paprika
  • 2 medium Yukon Gold Potatoes Regular potatoes may affect texture
  • 2 cups Colby and Monterey Jack Cheese Any melty cheese will do

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

How to Make Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole
  1. Lightly spray the inside of your slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. In a skillet, brown the ground beef with diced onions and minced garlic over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes until the beef is no longer pink. Drain any excess grease.
  3. Transfer the cooked beef mixture into the slow cooker. Add the kidney beans, petite diced tomatoes (with juices), frozen corn, and all seasonings. Stir until well combined.
  4. Neatly layer the sliced Yukon Gold potatoes on top of the mixture in the slow cooker.
  5. Cover the slow cooker and cook on high for 5 hours or low for 7 hours until the potatoes are fork-tender.
  6. About 15 minutes before serving, sprinkle the cheese over the top and cover until melted.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For added freshness, top with chopped green onions just before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Casserole freezes well for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

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