Crockpot Hamburger Potato Casserole
Crockpot Hamburger Potato Casserole is the ultimate comfort food that effortlessly combines hearty ground beef, tender potatoes, and creamy cheese into one delightful dish. Perfect for busy weeknights, this slow-cooked casserole requires minimal prep—just 20 minutes! Layered to perfection in your crockpot, it simmers slowly, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully while you go about your day. When you’re ready to enjoy, simply serve up this warm and cheesy delight, and watch as it brings everyone together around the dinner table. It’s a family favorite that also makes for fantastic leftovers!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 to 8 hours
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 ground beef and chopped onion in a skillet over medium heat until cooked through; drain excess fat.
- Thinly slice the potatoes (about 1/8 inch thick).
- Layer half of the sliced potatoes in the crockpot followed by half of the cooked beef mixture and some cheddar cheese. Repeat layers.
- In a bowl, mix cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; pour over the layered ingredients.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours until potatoes are tender.
- About 15 minutes before serving, top with remaining cheddar cheese and allow to melt.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg