Crock Pot Cowboy Casserole: Easy Comfort Food with Turkey Bacon
Crock Pot Cowboy Casserole is a delightful combination of flavors, featuring turkey bacon for a healthier twist on a classic comfort dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound turkey bacon
- 1 can black beans, drained
- 1 can corn, drained
- 2 cups diced tomatoes
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 cups cooked pasta (like elbow macaroni)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and crumble.
- In the same skillet, add bell peppers and sauté until soft.
- In the Crock Pot, combine all ingredients including crumbled turkey bacon.
- Mix well and set the Crock Pot to low for 4-6 hours.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding jalapeños or hot sauce.
- This dish can easily be doubled for larger gatherings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Crock Pot Cowboy Casserole, comfort food, turkey bacon