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Comfort Crockpot Meals Hobo Casserole

I’ll be honest, this Crockpot Hobo Casserole feels like the dish my grandma would’ve made on a Sunday when she wanted something hearty but didn’t want to hover over the stove. The beauty of comfort crockpot meals is that they do the work for you. You toss in the ingredients, walk away, and somehow magic happens. Rich flavors develop, the kitchen smells warm and inviting, and dinner feels less like a chore and more like a cozy hug. For folks like me who love dinner recipes crockpot style, this one’s a keeper. We’re talking layers of potatoes, beef, beans, and a creamy sauce that holds it all together. It lands firmly in the category of Best Crockpot Meals because it’s the type of food that fills you up, makes you happy, and even leaves enough for lunch the next day if you play your cards right. I like to think of this as one of those Crock Pot Casserole Recipes that bridges the gap between rustic campfire food and Best Crockpot Recipes Dinners you’d be proud to serve your family. And here’s the kicker, it leans into the territory of Healthy Crockpot Meals too, especially if you swap in lean ground beef or turkey and keep the portions balanced. So if you’ve been hunting for healthy dinner crockpot recipes, this casserole is calling your name.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time6 hours
Total Time6 hours 15 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keywords: Best Crockpot Meals, Best Crockpot Recipes Dinners, Comfort Crockpot Meals, Crock Pot Casserole Recipes, dinner recipes crockpot, Healthy Crockpot Meals, healthy dinner crockpot recipes
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Linda

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 4 medium potatoes, thinly sliced
  • 1 can (15 oz) green beans, drained
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for browning meat

Instructions

  1. In a skillet, heat olive oil and brown the ground beef with chopped onion until the meat is no longer pink. Drain any excess fat.
  2. Spray the crockpot lightly with cooking spray or use a liner for easy cleanup.
  3. Layer the sliced potatoes at the bottom of the crockpot.
  4. Spoon the cooked beef and onion mixture over the potatoes.
  5. Add the drained green beans and diced tomatoes as the next layer.
  6. Spread the cream of mushroom soup evenly over the top.
  7. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours, or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the potatoes are tender.
  8. During the last 15 minutes of cooking, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top and let it melt.
  9. Serve warm straight from the crockpot, and enjoy the cozy comfort in every bite.