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Slow Cooker Cowboy Potato Casserole
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Slow Cooker Cowboy Potato Casserole

This hearty and comforting cowboy potato casserole is a slow-cooked family favorite. Packed with seasoned ground beef, tender chunks of potato, and a creamy mushroom and cheese sauce, it’s the kind of no-fuss, satisfying dish that makes dinner easy and delicious. Perfect for busy weeknights or weekend comfort meals!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8
Calories: 390kcal

Ingredients

  • 1½ pounds ground beef
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 5 large potatoes peeled and cut into chunks or diced
  • 1 can 10.75 oz condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  • Cook the Beef Mixture
  • In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with onion, garlic, and red bell pepper until the beef is fully browned and vegetables are tender. Drain any excess fat.
  • Prepare the Sauce
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the condensed cream of mushroom soup, milk, salt, black pepper, and paprika until smooth and well combined.
  • Assemble in the Slow Cooker
  • Layer half of the diced potatoes in the bottom of the slow cooker.
  • Add half of the cooked beef mixture over the potatoes.
  • Pour half of the soup mixture over the meat layer.
  • Repeat the layers with the remaining potatoes, meat, and soup mixture.
  • Cook the Casserole
  • Cover and cook on low for 5 to 6 hours, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
  • Add the Cheese
  • Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
  • Cover and cook for an additional 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and gooey.
  • Garnish & Serve
  • Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley just before serving. Enjoy warm!
  • Notes
  • Meat Options: Substitute ground turkey or cooked diced chicken for a lighter twist.
  • Extra Veggies: Stir in corn, peas, or diced carrots to boost flavor and nutrition.
  • Cheese Variations: Use Monterey Jack, pepper jack, or a shredded cheese blend for a new flavor profile.
  • Crunchy Topping: Add crushed tortilla chips on top during the last few minutes for extra crunch.