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Comforting Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole

A delicious and hearty blend of tender ground beef, vibrant vegetables, and gooey cheese cooked in a slow cooker for a cozy family meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef Make sure it’s halal
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans Drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 can (8 oz) corn Drained
  • 1 medium onion Diced
  • 1 cup bell peppers Any color, diced
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 2 cups tortilla chips For topping
  • Fresh cilantro For garnish (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat, then transfer the beef to the slow cooker.
  2. Add the black beans, diced tomatoes, corn, onion, bell peppers, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
  3. Sprinkle half of the shredded cheese over the meat and veggie mixture.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the veggies are tender and the flavors meld together.
  2. During the last 30 minutes of cooking, crush the tortilla chips and sprinkle atop, followed by the remaining cheese.
Serving
  1. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired, and serve warm to your family.

Notes

To ensure perfect results, avoid opening the lid while cooking. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days in the fridge or up to 2 months in the freezer.