Description
A hearty and comforting slow cooker cowboy casserole made with ground beef, beans, potatoes, and cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or potlucks.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups potatoes, diced
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with diced onion and minced garlic until cooked through. Drain excess fat.
- Transfer the beef mixture to the slow cooker.
- Add the diced potatoes, kidney beans, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes with green chilies, beef broth, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until potatoes are tender.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top, cover, and let it melt for 10-15 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or green onions if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- You can use ground turkey or chicken as a substitute for beef.
- Adjust the spice level by adding jalapeños or extra chili powder.
- Great for freezing—store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 65mg