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Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole

A hearty and comforting meal full of savory sausage, tender potatoes, and lots of melted cheese.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· July 19, 2026
Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole
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Prep
15 minutes
Cook
7 hours
Total
7 hours 15 minutes
Serves
6

There is nothing quite like coming home to a warm meal waiting in the slow cooker. This cowboy casserole is a favorite in our house because it is filling, simple to prepare, and always hits the spot on a busy weeknight.

I love how the potatoes soak up all the savory juices from the sausage while they cook slowly throughout the day. It is a true crowd pleaser that is perfect for feeding a hungry family without spending hours in the kitchen.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound breakfast sausage
  • 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and cut into cubes
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

  1. 1

    Brown the sausage in a large skillet over medium heat until it is cooked through, then drain off the excess fat.

  2. 2

    Grease your slow cooker lightly with butter or nonstick spray.

  3. 3

    In a large bowl, mix together the cooked sausage, cubed potatoes, chopped onion, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, and spices.

  4. 4

    Pour the mixture into the slow cooker and spread it out evenly.

  5. 5

    Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours until the potatoes are nice and tender.

  6. 6

    Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the top, cover for another 5 minutes until the cheese is melted, and serve hot.

💡 Tips

You can easily add frozen corn or peas to the mix if you want extra vegetables in your meal. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days and reheat them in the microwave.

#Casserole#Comfort Food#Slow Cooker#Easy Dinner

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