Classic Cowboy Casserole – Simple Weeknight Comfort Food
This cowboy casserole is a hearty, cheesy, and comforting dish made with ground beef, corn, creamy sauce, and crispy tater tots—perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
1 lb ground beef
1 onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
½ cup sour cream
1½ cups corn (frozen or canned)
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1 tsp paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 (32 oz) bag frozen tater tots
Chopped green onions or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9×13 baking dish.
- Brown beef and onion in skillet (6–8 mins). Add garlic and cook 1 more min.
- Stir in soup, sour cream, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Fold in corn and 1 cup cheese.
- Spread mixture in dish. Top with tater tots and remaining cheese.
- Bake uncovered 35–40 mins until golden and bubbly.
- Rest 5 mins. Garnish and serve.
Notes
Swap ground beef with turkey. Add beans or jalapeños for variation. Assemble ahead for easy weeknight baking.