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Slow Cooker Cowboy Potato Casserole

Slow Cooker Cowboy Potato Casserole
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Slow Cooker Cowboy Potato Casserole is a warm, hearty, and effortless comfort food dish combining tender potatoes, savory ground beef, melted cheddar cheese, and flavorful spices. Perfect for family dinners or potlucks, this slow cooker casserole requires minimal prep and cooks to delicious perfection while you focus on other things.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 4 cups russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, washed and diced into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup (gluten-free if needed)
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (gluten-free if needed)

Seasonings

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

Garnishes

  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions or chives
  • Optional: sour cream, crispy bacon bits for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare the potatoes and beef: Wash and dice your potatoes into bite-sized pieces for even cooking. Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked, then drain excess fat for a leaner casserole.
  2. Mix the ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the diced potatoes, cooked ground beef, chopped onions, cream of mushroom soup, BBQ sauce, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Stir well until everything is evenly coated and mixed.
  3. Assemble in the slow cooker: Spray or grease the slow cooker insert, then pour in the mixture, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese generously on top to create that classic melty finish.
  4. Set it and forget it: Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours. The potatoes will soften beautifully, and all the flavors will have ample time to mingle.
  5. Add finishing touches: In the last 10 minutes, sprinkle chopped green onions or chives over the top for freshness. Serve warm, optionally garnished with sour cream or crispy bacon bits.

Notes

  • Use uniform potato sizes for even cooking.
  • Don’t skip browning the beef to add extra flavor and maintain good texture.
  • Layer cheese well to create gooey pockets throughout the casserole.
  • Slow cook on low to allow flavors to deepen and potatoes to get tender without breaking apart.
  • Use fresh herbs at the end to keep garnishes bright and flavorful.

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Keywords: slow cooker, casserole, cowboy potatoes, ground beef, comfort food, easy dinner, family meal, potluck dish, gluten free

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