🥘 Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole

Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole is a hearty, comforting one-pot meal made with seasoned ground beef, tender potatoes, vegetables, and melted cheese. This rustic casserole is perfect for busy days because the slow cooker does most of the work while the ingredients slowly blend into a rich and satisfying dish.

The combination of savory beef, creamy sauce, and melted cheese creates a warm and comforting dinner that the whole family will enjoy. It is simple, filling, and ideal for weeknight meals or casual gatherings.

🛒 Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 cups diced potatoes (fresh or frozen)
• 1 cup frozen corn
• 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• ½ cup sour cream
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• Salt to taste

Optional Garnish

• Chopped parsley
• Sliced green onions

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Cook the Beef
   Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and diced onion.
   Cook until the beef is browned and the onion becomes soft and fragrant.
   Drain any excess fat.
2. Add Ingredients to the Slow Cooker
   Transfer the cooked beef mixture to the slow cooker.
   Add the diced potatoes, corn, and diced tomatoes.

   Sprinkle garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, black pepper, and salt evenly over the mixture.

3. Prepare the Creamy Layer
   In a small bowl combine:
   • sour cream
   • ½ cup cheddar cheese
   • ½ cup mozzarella cheese

   Stir until well mixed. Spread this mixture evenly over the casserole ingredients in the slow cooker.

4. Cook the Casserole
   Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours, or until the potatoes are tender and the flavors have blended together.
5. Add the Remaining Cheese
   During the last 10–15 minutes of cooking, sprinkle the remaining cheddar and mozzarella cheese over the top.

   Cover again and allow the cheese to melt completely.

6. Serve
   Let the casserole rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
   Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions if desired.