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Crockpot Cowboy Casserole

Crockpot Cowboy Casserole

Crockpot Cowboy Casserole is a hearty and flavorful dish featuring ground sausage, vegetables, and cheese, perfect for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Course main dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 530 kcal

Equipment

  • Crock-Pot
  • Large Pan

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground Italian sausage mild or hot
  • 1 cup finely diced yellow onion 1 onion
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 pound baby red potatoes unpeeled
  • 1 unit green bell pepper
  • 14.5 ounces kidney beans
  • 1-½ cups frozen corn
  • 1 can fire-roasted diced tomatoes 14.5 ounces
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder

Add Later

  • 1 cup shredded Colby Jack cheese
  • Fresh cilantro optional
  • Sour cream optional

Instructions
 

Cooking Instructions

  • Heat oil in a large pan over high heat. Once hot, add the sausage and onion. Brown and crumble sausage and caramelize it for maximum flavor. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer the browned sausage and onion to the Crock-Pot.
  • Thinly slice potatoes, chop pepper, then drain and rinse the beans. Add to Crock-Pot along with corn, undrained tomatoes, minced garlic, and chili powder. Stir to combine and press in an even layer.
  • Cover and cook on high for 2–4 hours or on low for 4–6 hours until potatoes are tender. Gently stir and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
  • Sprinkle cheese evenly on top, cover again, and let cheese melt for 5–10 minutes.
  • Serve hot with optional toppings like fresh cilantro and sour cream.

Notes

Nutrition information does not include the optional toppings. Cool completely before storing in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. For freezing, allow it to cool, then wrap tightly or use a freezer-safe container and freeze for 2-3 months. To reheat, thaw overnight in the fridge and warm in the oven or microwave.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 530kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 24gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 72mgSodium: 1038mgPotassium: 1010mgFiber: 8gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 726IUVitamin C: 33mgCalcium: 170mgIron: 3mg
Keyword casserole, comfort food, Cowboy Casserole, crockpot, easy, hearty
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