Description

Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole is a hearty, one-pot meal that brings the comfort of home to your dinner table. With tender ground beef, creamy beans, sweet corn, and zesty spices all simmered together, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings. Easy to prepare and customizable to your taste, this casserole will have everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb lean ground beef
1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup frozen sweet corn
1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
2 tsp chili powder
1 tsp cumin
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup chopped bell peppers (red or yellow)
1 medium yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
Baking powder biscuits for serving (optional)

Instructions

Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until no longer pink.
Add diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until softened.
In a slow cooker, combine browned beef with beans, corn, tomatoes, bell peppers, and spices. Stir well.
Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
About 15 minutes before serving, sprinkle cheese on top and cover until melted.
Serve warm with optional biscuits.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours on low
Category: Main
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 8g
Protein: 24g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Substitute ground turkey for a lighter option or add favorite veggies like zucchini or carrots. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to four days or freeze for longer storage.