Slow Cooker Cowboy Potato Casserole

A creamy, hearty Slow Cooker Cowboy Potato Casserole made with tender chicken, soft potatoes, and melted cheese. A family-friendly slow cooker dinner that requires almost no effort.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 6 hours hrs

Total Time 6 hours hrs 10 minutes mins

Servings 6

Ingredients

  

• 2 lbs potatoes sliced
• 1 lb boneless skinless Beef
• 1 small onion diced
• 3 cloves garlic minced
• 1 can 10.5 oz cream of Beef soup
• 1 cup Beef broth
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped parsley or green onions for topping
• Directions:

Instructions

 

• Lightly grease slow cooker and layer half the potatoes, onion, and garlic.
• Add half the Beef, season, and repeat layers.
• Mix soup, broth, and sour cream; pour over everything.
• Cook on Low 6–7 hours or High 3–4 hours.
• Shred Beef and stir into the casserole.
• Add cheese, cover, and let it melt. Garnish and serve.
• Notes:
• Add peas, corn, or bell peppers during the last hour.
• Beef thighs stay extra tender if you prefer them over breasts.
• Store leftovers in the fridge up to 3 days or freeze up to 2 months.

Notes

Lightly grease slow cooker and layer half the potatoes, onion, and garlic.

Add half the Beef, season, and repeat layers.

Mix soup, broth, and sour cream; pour over everything.

Cook on Low 6–7 hours or High 3–4 hours.

Shred Beef and stir into the casserole.

Add cheese, cover, and let it melt. Garnish and serve.

Notes:

Add peas, corn, or bell peppers during the last hour.

Beef thighs stay extra tender if you prefer them over breasts.

Store leftovers in the fridge up to 3 days or freeze up to 2 months.

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Road Map

• Why Make This Recipe

• How to Make It

• Ingredients

• Directions

• How to Serve

• Tips for Success

• FAQs

• Final Thoughts

Why Make This Recipe

If you love warm, comforting meals that practically cook themselves, this Slow Cooker Cowboy Potato Casserole is going to be one you repeat often. It’s hearty, cheesy, and satisfying — yet incredibly simple to prepare.

Everything goes into the slow cooker, and a few hours later you have a complete meal. That makes it perfect for busy nights, school days, and anyone who relies on crockpot recipes and easy dinner recipes to save time.

Another reason this casserole is so popular is its flexibility. It can easily fit into collections of healthy slow cooker recipes when you add vegetables or lighten the sauce, and it works beautifully in weekly rotations of easy slow cooker recipes and family-friendly dishes.

How to Make It

This recipe is built in layers. Potatoes form the base, chicken sits on top, and a creamy mixture gets poured over everything. As it cooks slowly, the potatoes become tender while the chicken absorbs all the savory flavors.

If you enjoy meals like stews, casseroles, or white chicken chili crockpot dishes, this one will feel familiar — but with even less work. No pre-cooking. No extra pans. Just assemble and go.

Ingredients

You’ll need:

•  Beef

• Potatoes (baby potatoes or thinly sliced russets)

• Onion, diced

• Garlic, minced

• Cream of Beef soup

• Beef broth

• Shredded cheddar cheese

• Sour cream or Greek yogurt

• Smoked paprika

• Dried oregano

• Salt and black pepper

• Fresh parsley or green onions, for garnish

Simple, budget-friendly ingredients come together to create one of the most comforting Beef recipes for the slow cooker.

Directions

1. Lightly grease your slow cooker.

2. Add half the potatoes to the bottom, then half the onion and garlic.

3. Place half the Beef over the top and season with salt, pepper, paprika, and oregano.

4. Repeat with remaining potatoes and beef.

5. Whisk soup, broth, and sour cream together until smooth.

6. Pour evenly over the layers.

7. Cover and cook on Low for 6–7 hours or High for 3–4 hours.

8. Shred the Beef gently with two forks and stir it into the casserole.

9. Sprinkle cheese on top, cover, and let it melt before serving.

10. Garnish with parsley or green onions.

The result? A creamy, satisfying meal that fits perfectly into your crockpot recipes slow cooker collection.

How to Serve

This casserole is filling on its own, but it pairs really well with:

• Crisp green salad

• Roasted or steamed vegetables

• Cornbread or soft dinner rolls

• A simple fruit salad for freshness

It reheats wonderfully — perfect for lunches, meal prep, or lazy dinners later in the week.

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Tips for Success

• Slice potatoes evenly so they cook at the same speed.

• Avoid removing the lid often — every peek slows cooking.

• Use low-sodium broth to control salt.

• Stir in peas, corn, or bell peppers during the last hour for extra nutrition.

• For a creamier texture, mix in a spoonful of yogurt or sour cream before serving.

This slow cooker meal proves that comfort food doesn’t have to be complicated — or time-consuming.

FAQs

Can I make it with beef instead of chicken?
Yes — cooked ground beef works well and gives it that classic cowboy casserole recipe flavor.

Can I use frozen chicken?
You can, but increase the cooking time and ensure it reaches a safe internal temperature.

Can I skip the canned soup?
Yes. Replace it with 1 cup milk mixed with 1 tablespoon cornstarch and whisk into the broth.

Does it freeze well?
Absolutely. Cool completely, freeze up to 2 months, and thaw before reheating gently.

Final Thoughts

This Slow Cooker Cowboy Potato Casserole brings together everything people love about slow cooker meals: easy prep, simple ingredients, and big flavor. Whether you’re planning weeknight dinners, building your list of easy slow cooker recipes, or cooking for family — this dish always delivers.