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Easy Cowboy Casserole (Dump-and-Go)

This easy Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole with tater tots is a cheesy, hearty, dump-and-go dinner that is perfect for busy weeknights or potlucks.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Course Main Course, Slow Cooker
Servings 6
Calories 402 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef, browned and drained
  • 1 can (15-ounce) corn, drained
  • 1 can (10.5 ounce) cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese, mild or medium
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 bag about 20 ounce frozen tater tots

Instructions
 

  • Prep the slow cooker: Spray a 6-quart slow cooker insert with nonstick spray.
  • Combine the filling: Add browned ground beef, corn, soup, sour cream, cheese, onion, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
    1 pound ground beef, 1 can (15-ounce) corn, 1 can (10.5 ounce) cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup, ½ cup sour cream, 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, Salt and pepper to taste, 1 small onion
  • Add the tater tots: Spread the frozen tater tots in a single layer across the top without stirring.
    1 bag about 20 ounce frozen tater tots
  • Cook: Cover and cook on Low for 4 to 5 hours or High for 2 to 3 hours, until hot and bubbly. Tater tots should be soft but cooked through.
  • Optional crisping: Transfer to a baking dish and broil the top for 2 to 3 minutes to lightly brown the tater tots before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 402kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 22gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 93mgSodium: 336mgPotassium: 301mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 404IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 241mgIron: 2mg
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