Crockpot Cowboy Casserole
Crockpot Cowboy Casserole is a hearty and flavorful slow-cooker dish with Italian sausage, tender potatoes, and a medley of vegetables, topped with melted Colby Jack cheese.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground Italian sausage mild or hot
- 1 cup yellow onion finely diced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon pepper
- 1 pound baby red potatoes unpeeled
- 1 green bell pepper
- 14.5 ounces kidney beans
- 1 1/2 cups frozen corn
- 14.5 ounces fire-roasted diced tomatoes 1 can
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 cup Colby Jack cheese shredded
- Fresh cilantro optional
- Sour cream optional
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
Crockpot Cowboy Casserole is a hearty and flavorful slow-cooker dish with Italian sausage, tender potatoes, and a medley of vegetables, topped with melted Colby Jack cheese.
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