Cowboy Casserole: A Hearty, Comforting Family Favorite
This Cowboy Casserole is the ultimate comfort food packed with hearty ground beef, creamy mushroom soup, zesty diced tomatoes with green chilies, and a cheesy topping. It’s perfect for busy nights when you want a filling, crowd-pleasing meal
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–7 hours (slow cooker, low) or 3–4 hours (slow cooker, high)
- Total Time: 6–7 hours (or 3–4 hours on high) + prep time
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
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- 1 lb ground beef (a hearty base for this casserole)
- 1 medium onion, chopped (for flavor and texture)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced (adds aromatic depth)
- 1 can (10.75 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup (creamy binder)
- 1/2 cup milk (for creaminess)
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed (adds protein and texture)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies (a little spice and moisture)
- 1 cup frozen corn (adds sweetness and color)
- 1 tsp chili powder (for a mild kick)
- 1/2 tsp salt (to enhance all flavors)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper (for a touch of sharpness)
- 4 cups sliced potatoes (about 1.5 lbs) (a comforting and filling base)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or preferred cheese, for melting and flavor
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with chopped onion and minced garlic until browned and the onions soften. Drain any excess fat.
- Transfer the beef mixture to a slow cooker. Add the cream of mushroom soup, milk, kidney beans, diced tomatoes with green chilies, corn, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Add the sliced potatoes, ensuring they’re evenly coated with the beef and bean mixture.
- Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or on high for 3–4 hours, depending on your time.
- In the last 20 minutes of cooking, sprinkle the shredded cheese over the top and let it melt before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute the kidney beans with black beans or pinto beans for a different flavor.
- If you don’t have a slow cooker, you can also bake the casserole in the oven at 375°F for about 45 minutes, adding the cheese in the last 10 minutes.
- You can use any cheese you like, but cheddar melts beautifully and complements the flavors well.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6th of casserole
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 21 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg