Print

Creamy and Cheesy Cowboy Casserole

Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

This Creamy and Cheesy Cowboy Casserole is the ultimate comfort food—layers of seasoned beef, creamy sauce, gooey melted cheese, and crispy golden tater tots. Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or cozy nights in.

Ingredients

  • Ground Beef: 1 pound (450 g)
  • Onion: 1 medium, diced
  • Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
  • Frozen Mixed Vegetables: 2 cups
  • Cream of Mushroom Soup: 1 can (10.5 oz)
  • Sour Cream: 1 cup
  • Cheddar Cheese: 2 cups, shredded
  • Frozen Tater Tots: 1 bag (32 oz)
  • Salt: 1 teaspoon
  • Black Pepper: ½ teaspoon
  • Paprika: 1 teaspoon
  • Olive Oil: 1 tablespoon
  • Fresh Parsley: For garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a skillet, heat olive oil. Add onion and garlic, cooking until fragrant. Stir in ground beef and cook until browned. Add vegetables, soup, sour cream, half the cheese, salt, pepper, and paprika. Mix well.
  3. Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Spread the beef mixture evenly into the casserole dish.
  4. Assemble the Dish: Arrange tater tots in a single layer on top.
  5. Cook to Perfection: Bake uncovered 35–40 minutes until tots are golden and crispy.
  6. Finishing Touches: Sprinkle remaining cheese on top and bake 5 minutes more until melted.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Garnish with parsley and serve hot.

Notes

  • Tip: Add a splash of hot sauce or jalapeños for a spicy kick.
  • Note: Use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
  • Idea: Swap cheddar with pepper jack for a Tex-Mex twist.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://tastyze.com/creamy-and-cheesy-cowboy-casserole/