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Crockpot Hamburger Potato Casserole

This Crockpot Hamburger Potato Casserole is the ultimate cozy, cheesy one-pot meal. With tender potatoes, seasoned beef, and melty cheddar, it’s a comforting, low-effort recipe perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey for lighter version
  • 4–5 medium potatoes thinly sliced (russet or Yukon gold)
  • 1 cup chopped onions
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 10.5 oz cream of mushroom soup or cream of chicken
  • 1/2 cup milk dairy or almond milk
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup frozen peas or diced bell peppers optional, for added veggies

Equipment

  • Crock Pot
  • Skillet

Method
 

  1. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef for 5–7 minutes. Drain excess fat and stir in chopped onions, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Layer half the sliced potatoes in the bottom of the Crockpot. Add half the beef mixture and half the cheese. Repeat layers.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup and milk. Pour mixture evenly over the top of the layers.
  4. Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until potatoes are tender and flavors are blended.
  5. Serve warm with fresh herbs, hot sauce, or steamed veggies on the side.

Notes

To make this healthier, use ground turkey, plant-based cheese, and a lighter cream soup. For added nutrition, include extra veggies like spinach or zucchini. Thin potato slices cook best and help avoid uneven texture.