Slow Cooker Lumberjack Casserole


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Looking for a meat and potatoes recipes that will stick to your ribs? That is exactly what this lumberjack casserole is! Plenty of beef, potatoes, cheese and more!

Other Casseroles we love are Slow Cooker Hamburger Hash and Slow Cooker Taco Potato Casserole.

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Potato casseroles are always a winner, and they turn out great in the slow cooker! This one’s a bit different because it has diced tomatoes, gooey cheese, and creamy mushroom soup. Some how, all these flavors combine to make a seriously hearty meal.

It’s similar to a cowboy casserole but with its own twist. This recipe is perfect for feeding a crowd or just someone with a big appetite!

Recipe Ingredients

ingredients for slow cooker lumberjack casserole on a table.
  • Ground Beef – Lean ground beef, browned in a skillet.
  • Russet Potatoes – Cubed and skins left on.
  • Onion – One diced sweet yellow onion.
  • Diced Tomatoes – Canned diced tomatoes, do not drain.
  • Kidney Beans – This is a unique ingredient to add to a casserole and tastes great, but don’t skip them!
  • Cream of Mushroom Soup – Add a slight creaminess to the meal.
  • Seasonings – Salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and chili powder.
  • {The full recipe is in the recipe card below the photos}

Variations

  • Ground turkey or ground chicken can be used instead of ground beef.
  • Other vegetables that can be added are carrots, green beans or mushrooms.
  • Campbell’s tomato soup is great instead of the diced tomatoes (undiluted).

Step-by-Step Directions

  1. Start by browning the meat with the onion in a skillet. Add that to the slow cooker with the remaining ingredients (except the cheese). Stir.
  2. Cook on LOW for 5-6 hours. Stir.
  1. Sprinkle the cheese over the lumberjack casserole.
  2. Place the lid back on and let the cheese melt, this will only take a few minutes. Serve and enjoy!
overhead of slow cooker lumberjack casserole with a spoon in it.

How to Serve:

  • Spoon the lumberjack casserole onto plates or bowls. This is a filling, complete meal.
  • Add a green salad and dinner rolls for an even more hearty meal.
  • This can also be served over white rice to stretch out the meal and serve more people.
slow cooker lumberjack casserole on a white plate.

Recipe FAQs

How to store:

Place the cooled leftovers in airtight containers and refrigerate for 3-4 days.

Can I freeze?

No, potatoes don’t freeze and reheat well.

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overhead of slow cooker lumberjack casserole with a spoon in it.

Slow Cooker Lumberjack Casserole

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours
Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8
This lumberjack casserole is a hearty meat and potato dish! Tastes wonderful with the addition of tomatoes, kidney beans and cheese.

Ingredients 
 

  • 1 lb. lean ground beef, I use 7% fat
  • 2 small russet potatoes, cubed
  • 1 sweet yellow onion, diced
  • 1 tsp. onion powder
  • 1 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1 tsp. chili powder
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • ¼ tsp. freshly ground pepper
  • 15 oz. can petite diced tomatoes
  • 15 oz. can kidney beans, drained
  • 10.5 oz. can cream of mushroom soup

WAIT TO ADD:

  • 8 oz. bag sharp cheddar cheese

Instructions 

  • Cook the ground beef and onions together in a skillet on the stove top. Brown and crumble, drain off any grease.
  • Add remaining ingredients to the slow cooker (except the cheese).
  • Cook on low for 5-6 hours.
  • When the cooking time is up, stir, and sprinkle the casserole with cheese and serve.

How to Video

Sarah’s Notes

Variations
  • Ground turkey or ground chicken can be used instead of ground beef.
  • Other vegetables that can be added are carrots, green beans or mushrooms.
  • Campbell’s tomato soup is great instead of the diced tomatoes (undiluted).
How to Serve
  • Spoon the lumberjack casserole onto plates or bowls. This is a filling, complete meal.
  • Add a green salad and dinner rolls for an even more hearty meal.
  • This can also be served over white rice to stretch out the meal and serve more people.

Nutrition

Calories: 160kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 37mg | Sodium: 676mg | Potassium: 598mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 137IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 3mg

Nutrition info is auto-generated. This information is an estimate; if you are on a special diet, please use your own calculations.

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5 Comments

  1. Yvette says:

    Can I use cream of chicken instead of cream of mushroom for this? Or what is another alternative to the mushroom thank you.

    1. Sarah Olson says:

      Yes, that always works well in my recipes.

  2. Chris says:

    Lumberjack casserole looks good..will try it
    Had you thought about adding a pasta ( like fusilli or farfalle) instead of potatoes?
    The Englishman.

    1. Sarah Olson says:

      Hi Chris, that does sound good. But you’ll want to cook them separate. The slow cooker doesn’t cook raw pasta well.

  3. Lynn says:

    I have been preparing some of your recipes for about a year now. Some are good, some are OK and some disappointing. But recently tried AMISH 6-Layer Dinner: Absolutely Delicious. I added aioli sauce, fresh peas, mushrooms, beef stock and about 15 different spices…a cllutrly delicious andvwill make it again. One other note: someone wrote that potatoes dont freeze well. Yes, raw tators dont freeze well, but cooke ones no problems. I have been frezzing potato casseroles and other dishes for several years, and they thaw out Perfect Thank you