Three Bean Crock Pot Casserole

Slow-cooked to perfection, this hearty Three Bean Crock Pot Casserole is the ultimate comfort food, combining rich, smoky flavors with a satisfying blend of protein-packed beans. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this recipe features tender ground beef, three kinds of beans—kidney, black, and pinto—and a flavorful medley of diced tomatoes, barbecue sauce, brown sugar, and warming spices like chili powder and smoked paprika. The slow-cooking process allows the bold flavors to meld beautifully, creating a thick, savory casserole that’s both wholesome and deeply satisfying. With minimal prep time and the convenience of a crock pot, you can set it and forget it, making dinnertime stress-free. Serve it warm and top with optional shredded cheddar cheese and fresh parsley for a comforting dish that’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Perfect for those searching for easy crock pot recipes, comforting casseroles, and three-bean classics!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:375 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 15-ounce can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 15-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 15-ounce can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 8-ounce can tomato sauce
• 0.5 cup barbecue sauce
• 0.25 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and diced onion to the skillet. Cook until the beef is browned and the onion is softened, approximately 7-8 minutes. Drain any excess grease.

Step 2

Transfer the cooked ground beef and onion mixture to the crock pot.

Step 3

Add the kidney beans, black beans, pinto beans, diced tomatoes (with their liquid), and tomato sauce to the crock pot.

Step 4

Stir in the barbecue sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, chili powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Mix all the ingredients thoroughly to ensure even seasoning distribution.

Step 6

Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on low heat for 6 hours, or on high heat for 3 hours, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Once done, taste and adjust seasonings if needed. Serve warm.

Step 8

Optionally, garnish with shredded cheddar cheese and chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2759.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2928.8

Total Fat 108.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 45.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 361.1mg	0%
Sodium 6272.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 332.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 81.2g	0%
Total Sugars 96.1g
Protein 168.6g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 1005.9mg	0%
Iron 34.1mg	0%
Potassium 6008.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.8%

Protein: 22.6%

Carbs: 44.6%