Description
Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole is the ultimate comfort dish, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. This hearty casserole features tender ground beef, colorful vegetables, and a gooey cheese topping, all simmered to perfection in your slow cooker. With minimal prep time and maximum flavor, it’s ideal for family gatherings or game nights, ensuring smiles around the table with every cheesy bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 bell peppers, chopped
- 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup potato chips or tater tots
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked; drain excess fat.
- In the slow cooker, combine onions, bell peppers, corn, black beans, diced tomatoes, and chili powder.
- Layer the browned beef on top of the veggie mixture and sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Add potato chips or tater tots on top for added crunch.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours until heated through.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: - Substitute ground beef with turkey for a lighter option. - Add vegetables like zucchini or mushrooms for extra nutrition. - For a spicier kick, include jalapeños or hot sauce to taste.