Description
Experience the warmth of the wild west with this Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole. Packed with savory ground beef, colorful veggies, and melted cheddar cheese, this dish is not only delicious but also incredibly easy to make. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, just toss in your ingredients and let the slow cooker do the work. Get ready for a flavorful meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped (any color)
- 1 can (15 oz) sweet corn, drained
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (fire-roasted preferred)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Tortilla chips for topping
Instructions
- Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked; drain excess fat.
- Sauté onion and bell pepper in the same skillet until onion is translucent.
- In a slow cooker, combine browned beef, sautéed veggies, corn, beans, diced tomatoes, spices, salt, and pepper.
- Stir well to ensure even distribution of flavors.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top and cover until melted.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg