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Slow Cooker Cowboy Potato Casserole

A hearty and customizable comfort food casserole made with potatoes, savory meats, and creamy cheese, perfect for busy families or gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 cups diced hash browns frozen or fresh
  • 1 pound ground beef or turkey
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup diced bell pepper optional
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika optional
  • 1 cup diced onion optional
  • Chopped green onions or parsley for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef or turkey until fully cooked. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Drain excess fat and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the cream of chicken soup and sour cream until well combined.
  3. To the soup mixture, add the cooked meat and hash browns. If using optional ingredients like bell pepper and onion, add them as well. Mix until the hash browns are well coated.
  4. Spray the slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray, then spread half of the potato mixture at the bottom. Top with half of the shredded cheddar cheese. Repeat with the remaining mixture and cheese.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook on low for 240 minutes (4-6 hours), or high for 120 minutes (2-3 hours). The casserole is ready when the potatoes are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  2. Once cooked, garnish with chopped green onions or parsley. Enjoy your cowboy potato casserole warm!

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To reheat, place in a microwave-safe dish and heat in 30-second intervals until warmed through. You can also reheat it in a conventional oven at 350°F for about 15-20 minutes, covered with aluminum foil.