Description

Indulge in the comforting flavors of Slow Cooker Cowboy Potato Casserole, a dish designed to be the highlight of your family dinners or gatherings with friends. This one-pot wonder combines savory ground beef, tender frozen potatoes, and a rich creamy sauce, making it an effortless yet satisfying meal for any occasion. Perfect for busy weeknights, this casserole is not only easy to prepare but also allows you to customize it with your favorite vegetables or spices.

Ingredients

Scale

1.5 pounds ground beef
1 large yellow onion (chopped)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
2 pounds frozen diced potatoes
1 can whole kernel corn (drained)
1 can Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies
1 can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1/2 cup beef broth
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Instructions

Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat with chopped onion and minced garlic until no longer pink.
In the slow cooker, combine cooked beef mixture, frozen potatoes, drained corn, undrained Rotel tomatoes, cream of mushroom soup, and beef broth.
Season with paprika, parsley flakes (optional), chili powder, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt; stir well.
Cook on low for about 3 hours; stir occasionally if possible.
In the last 15 minutes of cooking, top with one cup of shredded cheddar cheese and cover to melt.
Serve warm topped with remaining cheese and optional crispy toppings.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours
Category: Main
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 450
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 23g
Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: For added nutrition, consider mixing in your favorite vegetables such as bell peppers or spinach. This dish reheats beautifully; make extra for leftovers or to use in stuffed peppers for a creative twist.