Crockpot Hamburger Potato Casserole Recipe
A hearty and comforting Crockpot Hamburger Potato Casserole featuring layers of tender sliced potatoes, savory ground beef, onions, and creamy cheddar cheese. This slow-cooked dish is perfect for an easy weeknight meal with minimal prep and maximum flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours 30 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 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
Dairy
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (sharp or mild), divided
- 1/2 cup milk
Other
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley or chopped chives for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Meat: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and fully cooked, breaking it up into crumbles. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Layer the Ingredients: In the crockpot, arrange a layer of thinly sliced potatoes on the bottom. Add a layer of cooked ground beef, followed by a sprinkle of chopped onions and some shredded cheddar cheese. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a generous layer of cheese on top.
- Mix and Pour Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Pour this mixture evenly over the layered ingredients in the crockpot.
- Cook the Casserole: Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the potatoes are tender and the casserole is bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Once cooked, sprinkle fresh parsley or chopped chives over the casserole for a burst of color and flavor. Serve warm and enjoy your comforting crockpot hamburger potato casserole.
Notes
- Use lean ground beef to reduce fat content.
- Substitute cream of mushroom soup with cream of celery or cream of chicken for a different flavor.
- For a quicker meal, slice potatoes thinner or pre-cook them slightly before layering.
- This dish can be made vegetarain with meat substitute and mushroom or vegetable soup.
- Adjust seasoning with extra garlic powder or herbs as per taste.
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