Southwestern Shepherd's Pie Crock Pot
Transform your comfort food game with this hearty and flavor-packed Southwestern Shepherd's Pie made in the crock pot! This recipe blends zesty Tex-Mex flavors with a traditional favorite, featuring seasoned ground beef, black beans, sweet corn, and diced tomatoes with green chilies, all layered beneath a creamy blanket of mashed potatoes and melty cheddar cheese. Infused with chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika, every bite delivers a bold kick of southwestern goodness. The slow cooker does all the work, making it perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Garnished with fresh cilantro and served piping hot, this fuss-free dish is a warm, satisfying crowd-pleaser you’ll want to make again and again. Optimize your menu with this easy, flavorful twist on classic comfort food!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) corn kernels, drained
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 cups prepared mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it into crumbles as it cooks. Drain any excess grease and transfer the beef to your crock pot.
Step 2
In the same skillet, sauté the diced onion, diced green bell pepper, and minced garlic for 3-4 minutes, until softened and fragrant. Add them to the crock pot with the cooked beef.
Step 3
To the crock pot, add the black beans, corn kernels, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and tomato paste. Stir well to combine.
Step 4
Season with chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything together to ensure the spices are evenly distributed.
Step 5
Spread the mixture evenly across the bottom of the crock pot. On top, carefully spoon and spread the prepared mashed potatoes to form an even layer.
Step 6
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top of the mashed potatoes.
Step 7
Cover the crock pot with a lid and set it to cook on low for 4 hours or on high for 2 hours. The cheese should be melted and the dish heated through.
Step 8
Once done, turn off the crock pot and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Step 9
Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro, if desired, and serve hot. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2434.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2823.7 |
| Total Fat 144.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 67.9g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 477.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4995.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 253.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 47.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 37.0g | |
| Protein 156.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1205.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 21.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 5359.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories