Savory Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole Recipe
If you love comfort food, this Savory Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole Recipe is perfect for you.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 3 medium potatoes thinly sliced
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 can kidney beans drained and rinsed
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Brown the Beef
- Heat olive oil in a skillet. Cook ground beef until fully browned and no longer pink.
Add Onion and Garlic
- Add chopped onion and garlic to the beef. Cook until soft and fragrant.
Season the Meat
- Sprinkle paprika, chili powder, salt and pepper. Stir well to combine evenly.
Prepare the Slow Cooker
- Lightly grease the slow cooker insert. This prevents sticking and makes cleaning easier.
Add First Potato Layer
- Place thin potato slices at the bottom. Spread them evenly for proper cooking.
Add Beef Mixture
- Spoon half of the cooked beef mixture over the potato layer evenly.
Add Vegetables
- Add corn, kidney beans and diced tomatoes over the beef mixture.
Repeat Layers
- Add remaining potatoes and then top with the rest of the beef mixture.
Pour Broth
- Pour beef broth evenly over the layers. This keeps casserole moist during cooking.
Slow Cook
- Cover and cook on low for 4 hours until potatoes become tender.
Add Cheese
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top during the last 20 minutes.
Let It Rest
- Turn off slow cooker. Let casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use ground turkey instead of beef for lighter version.
- Add jalapeños for extra heat.
- Use sweet potatoes for a sweeter twist.
- Mix mozzarella with cheddar for extra cheesy flavor.
- Add cooked bacon for smoky taste.
- Slice potatoes thin for even cooking.
- Let it rest before serving for better texture.