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Crock Pot Cowboy Casserole

Hearty Crock Pot Cowboy Casserole for Cozy Nights In

A comforting, hassle-free Crock Pot Cowboy Casserole packed with savory ground beef, potatoes, and vibrant veggies for cozy nights in.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey/chicken for a leaner option
  • 1 cup chopped onion choose yellow, red or white
  • 1 cup sweet peppers any variety
  • 2 cups diced red potatoes skin on for texture
  • 1 cup corn frozen or fresh
  • 1 can kidney beans or black beans, optional
  • 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies do not drain
  • 1 can diced tomatoes do not drain
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 2 cloves minced garlic fresh preferred
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder adjust for spice tolerance
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce for savoriness
  • to taste cayenne or hot sauce optional
  • 1 cup liquid (water or broth) optional for thickness
  • 1 to 2 cups shredded cheese for topping

Equipment

  • Crock Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the meat with onion and sweet peppers for 5–7 minutes. Drain excess fat and transfer to the Crock Pot.
  2. Layer the diced potatoes at the bottom of the Crock Pot. Spread corn on top.
  3. Add the browned meat mixture evenly over the corn.
  4. Mix tomatoes, water or broth, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Pour over the layered ingredients.
  5. Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 6 hours until potatoes are tender.
  6. In the last 10 minutes, add shredded cheese on top, cover and allow to melt.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 20mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and layer them properly in the Crock Pot.

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