Crockpot Hamburger Potato Casserole
Warm up your dinner table with this Crockpot Hamburger Potato Casserole, a comforting dish that effortlessly combines layers of tender ground beef, thinly sliced potatoes, and gooey cheddar cheese in a creamy mushroom sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this one-pot meal allows you to set it and forget it while the slow cooker works its magic. With minimal prep time and easy cleanup, this casserole is sure to delight both kids and adults alike. Enjoy the rich flavors melded together over hours of cooking, making it a go-to recipe for gatherings or family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 to 8 hours
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- 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
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (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
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and chopped onion until the meat is browned (5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat.
- Thinly slice the potatoes (about 1/8 inch thick) for even cooking.
- Layer half of the sliced potatoes in your crockpot, followed by half of the beef mixture and some shredded cheddar cheese. Repeat layers with remaining ingredients.
- In a bowl, whisk together cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth. Pour over layered ingredients in the crockpot.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours until potatoes are tender.
- About 15 minutes before serving, sprinkle remaining cheese on top and cover again until melted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg