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Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole with hearty ingredients in a bowl

Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole

A hearty and crowd-pleasing slow cooker casserole layered with meat, beans, vegetables, and cheese that's perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Meat and Vegetables
  • 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey See notes for swaps
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables or chopped fresh vegetables such as bell peppers and corn
  • 3 cups diced potatoes, fresh or frozen If using whole potatoes, dice into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1 onion chopped
Seasoning and Toppings
  • 1 packet taco seasoning Or about 2 tablespoons homemade seasoning
  • 1 cup shredded cheese, cheddar or your favorite melting cheese
  • to taste salt and pepper Season lightly to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the ground meat and chopped onion.
  2. Cook, breaking the meat apart, until fully browned and the onion is soft. Drain any excess fat.
  3. Transfer the browned meat and onion into the slow cooker.
Cooking
  1. Add the drained black beans, the can of diced tomatoes with juices, frozen mixed vegetables, and diced potatoes.
  2. Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the mixture. Season lightly with salt and pepper, then stir gently to combine.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours, or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
  4. About 30 minutes before serving, sprinkle the shredded cheese across the top. Cover and let it melt.
Serving
  1. Serve warm with optional toppings such as chopped cilantro or sour cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 2g

Notes

Tips: Cool leftovers within two hours and refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days. For longer storage, freeze casserole in meal-sized portions for up to 3 months. Reheat to 165°F to ensure safety. If using all fresh vegetables, add delicate items like bell peppers in the last 1 to 2 hours to keep some texture.

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