📝 Ingredients
Here’s everything you need to round up for this rustic and hearty casserole:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 medium potatoes, diced
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (with juice)
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup sour cream, for serving
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
🔹 Step 1: Brown the Beef
Start by heating a skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef, chopped onion, and minced garlic. Cook until the beef is fully browned and the onions are soft and fragrant.
Drain excess fat to keep the dish lighter and less greasy.
🔹 Step 2: Load the Slow Cooker
Transfer the beef mixture into the slow cooker.
Add the diced potatoes, kidney beans, corn, diced tomatoes, and beef broth.
Sprinkle in the chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together until well combined.
🔹 Step 3: Slow Cook to Perfection
Cover the slow cooker with its lid.
Cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until the potatoes are fork-tender and the flavors are beautifully melded together.
🔹 Step 4: Add the Cheesy Goodness
About 10 minutes before serving, stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and let it melt into the casserole.
It’ll add the perfect creamy, cheesy finish to your dish.
🔹 Step 5: Serve and Garnish
Spoon the cowboy casserole into bowls and top with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
Serve it warm, and enjoy every bite of this hearty, down-home classic.
🧮 Nutrition Info (Per Serving – Approx. 6 Servings)
Please note: Values are approximate and will vary based on brands and portion sizes.
- Calories: 420
- Protein: 24g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fat: 22g
- Fiber: 6g
- Sugars: 4g
- Sodium: 610mg
📝 Tips and Variations
- Want it spicier? Add chopped jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Make it creamier by stirring in a bit of cream cheese along with the cheddar.
- Swap the meat with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Vegetarian version? Skip the beef and double the beans!
🏁 Final Thoughts
This Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole is everything you love about comfort food: it’s rich, filling, full of flavor, and couldn’t be easier to make. Whether you’re winding down after a long day or prepping for a busy week, this casserole has the heartiness of a cowboy meal and the ease of a set-it-and-forget-it dish.
Rustle up your ingredients, plug in the slow cooker, and let this wholesome classic take care of dinner tonight!