Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole
Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole is a hearty and comforting dish that brings warmth and flavor to your table. This easy-to-make casserole features layers of tender ground beef, vibrant vegetables, zesty spices, and gooey cheese, all slow-cooked to perfection. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this dish is sure to impress with its rich taste and delightful aroma.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves about 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (mix of colors)
- 1 can (15 oz) no-salt-added canned corn
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 3 cups frozen hash browns
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Add the onions and bell peppers; cook until softened.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, and tomato sauce; let flavors meld for about five minutes.
- In the slow cooker, layer with hash browns at the bottom, followed by half of the beef mixture, corn, and cheese.
- Repeat layers with remaining ingredients: hash browns, beef mixture, and top with more cheese.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg