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A bubbling slow cooker cowboy casserole, rich with meat and vegetables

Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole

This hearty slow cooker cowboy casserole combines ground beef, potatoes, corn, and black beans in a creamy, cheesy sauce for a satisfying meal perfect for a crowd.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 20 minutes
Servings 6 people
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • large bowl
  • slow cooker

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 ½ lbs lean ground beef
  • 1 chopped medium onion
  • 2 minced cloves garlic
  • 1 (10.75 oz) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 (10.75 oz) can condensed cheddar cheese soup
  • 1 (15 oz) can, undrained diced tomatoes
  • 1 (15 oz) can, drained whole kernel corn
  • 1 (15 oz) can, rinsed and drained black beans
  • 3 (peeled and diced into ½-inch cubes) large potatoes
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 cups, divided shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Brown the ground beef and chopped onion in a large skillet, then drain excess grease and stir in minced garlic.
  • In a bowl, whisk together cream of mushroom soup, cheddar cheese soup, undrained diced tomatoes, beef broth, chili powder, and smoked paprika, then season with salt and pepper.

Assembly and Cooking

  • Grease the slow cooker, then layer diced potatoes at the bottom, followed by the beef mixture, corn, and black beans.
  • Pour the soup mixture evenly over all ingredients in the slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until potatoes are tender.
  • During the last 30 minutes, sprinkle 1½ cups of shredded cheddar cheese over the casserole, then re-cover and cook until melted and bubbly.

Serving

  • Turn off the slow cooker, let the casserole rest for 10-15 minutes, and garnish with the remaining ½ cup of shredded cheese, if desired.

Notes

For best results, use Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes for dicing. Ensure all canned ingredients are properly drained or undrained as specified to maintain the correct consistency. This casserole can be easily customized with additional vegetables or spices to taste.