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CROCKPOT COWBOY CASSEROLE (SLOW COOKER MEAL)

Cowboy Casserole (Crockpot)

Beef, potatoes, onions, kidney beans, and CHEESE feature in this slow-cooked Cowboy Casserole! Quick to prep, this is a real family pleaser!
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 6
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Equipment (affiliate links)

  • 1 Crockpot

Ingredients

  • 1 large onion sliced into half moons
  • 1 pound ground beef browned and drained
  • 3 large potatoes peeled and sliced
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 2 cans kidney beans do not drain
  • 15 ounce diced tomatoes do not drain
  • 10.5 ounce cream of chicken soup
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cracked pepper
  • 1.5 cups cheddar cheese grated

Instructions

  • Slice the onion into half moons, peel and slice the potatoes. Mince the garlic. Brown the ground beef and drain the excess fat.
  • Place the browned ground beef, sliced potatoes, onion, garlic, kidney beans, diced tomatoes, cream of chicken soup, oregano, Italian seasoning, salt, and cracked pepper in a crockpot. Stir to combine everything.
  • Cover the crockpot and cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 8 hours.
  • Sprinkle the cheddar cheese on top and cover the crockpot. Let the cheese melt for about 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Add a can of black beans to stretch out the meal or ensure more leftovers.
  • Add a can of sweet corn and/or a can of green chiles to customize the recipe.
  • Use Tuscan Seasoning instead of Italian Seasoning for a different flavor.
  • Use Cream of Mushroom soup for a different kind of flavor.
  • A little chili powder goes very well in this dish.
  • For extra flavor, use fire-roasted diced tomatoes.
  • Substitute ground turkey for ground beef for a leaner option.
  • Slice the potatoes evenly so they cook consistently.

Nutrition

Calories: 640kcal