Crockpot Hamburger Potato Casserole Recipe
This Crockpot Hamburger Potato Casserole is a comforting and hearty meal perfect for busy days. Tender layers of thinly sliced potatoes, seasoned ground beef, and melted cheddar cheese come together in a creamy mushroom sauce, all slow-cooked to perfection in your crockpot. Easy to prepare and full of comforting flavors, it’s a satisfying dinner that your whole family will love.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 to 8 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 20 minutes to 8 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Salt
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (lean or regular)
- 4–5 medium russet or Yukon gold potatoes, thinly sliced (about 1/8 inch thick)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (sharp or mild), divided
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley or chopped chives, for garnish
Instructions
- Brown the beef and onion: Cook the ground beef and chopped onion together in a skillet over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes, or until the beef is browned and no pink remains. Drain any excess fat to keep the casserole from being greasy.
- Prepare the potatoes: Wash and thinly slice the potatoes evenly to about 1/8 inch thickness. Uniform slices ensure even cooking and prevent the potatoes from becoming mushy.
- Layer the ingredients: In the crockpot, arrange half of the potato slices as the first layer. Follow with half of the cooked beef and onion mixture, then sprinkle a portion of shredded cheddar cheese over the layer. Repeat the layering with the remaining potatoes, beef, and cheese.
- Mix and pour sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth. Pour this mixture evenly over the layered ingredients in the crockpot, adding moisture and creaminess to the casserole.
- Cook on low: Cover the crockpot and cook the casserole on low heat for 6 to 8 hours. This slow cooking will make the potatoes tender and allow the cheese to melt into a bubbly golden topping.
- Add finishing cheese and herbs: About 15 minutes before serving, sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the casserole. Cover again to allow the cheese to melt. Garnish with fresh parsley or chopped chives for a fresh, colorful finish before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute cream of mushroom soup with cream of celery or cream of chicken soup if preferred.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce to the beef while cooking.
- Use thinly sliced potatoes to ensure even cooking within the crockpot.
- This casserole can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the microwave or oven.
- For a lower-fat version, use lean ground beef and reduced-fat cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1/6th of casserole)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
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