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Daliciously Easy Irresistible Hearty Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole Recipe

This Irresistible Hearty Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole combines savory ground beef, black beans, and sweet corn for a perfect dinner.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time4 hours
Total Time4 hours 15 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: comfort food, cowboy casserole, Easy Recipe, family-friendly, hearty dinner, slow cooker
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 360kcal

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Skillet

Ingredients

For the Casserole

  • 1 pound lean ground beef use for a healthier dish
  • 1 can canned black beans rinsed
  • 1 can canned corn drained
  • 1 can diced tomatoes fire-roasted preferred
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 1 packet taco seasoning or homemade
  • 1-2 cups shredded cheese cheddar and Monterey Jack
  • 1 cup chopped bell peppers use favorite variety

Optional Add-Ins

  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce for depth of flavor
  • 1 cup fresh vegetables zucchini or carrots can be added

Instructions

Cooking Instructions

  • Brown the beef in a skillet over medium heat for 7-10 minutes and drain excess fat.
  • Sauté chopped onion and bell peppers in the same skillet for about 5 minutes until tender.
  • Combine browned beef, sautéed veggies, black beans, drained corn, diced tomatoes, and taco seasoning in the slow cooker.
  • Layer shredded cheese over the top of the mixture.
  • Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until bubbly.
  • Serve warm, optionally garnishing with cilantro or sour cream.

Notes

Adjust taco seasoning for spice preference and consider adding fresh veggies for more nutrition.