This Slow Cooker Ground Beef Stuffing Casserole is a simple, hearty comfort food made with ground beef, savory stuffing, creamy mushroom soup, chicken stock, and mixed vegetables. Everything cooks together in the slow cooker for an easy family dinner with minimal hands-on work. It’s warm, filling, and perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 3–4 hours
Total Time: About 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 1 box stuffing mix
- 1 can condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart as it browns. Drain any excess grease.
- Prepare the Slow Cooker: Lightly spray the inside of a 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Add the cooked ground beef and spread it evenly across the bottom.
- Layer the Ingredients: Sprinkle the dry stuffing mix over the beef, then add the frozen mixed vegetables.
- Make the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the condensed cream of mushroom soup and chicken stock until smooth. Pour the mixture evenly over the ingredients in the slow cooker.
- Cook: Cover and cook on LOW for 3–4 hours, or until the stuffing is tender, the vegetables are heated through, and the casserole is hot throughout.
- Rest and Serve: Gently stir the casserole before serving. Leave it uncovered for about 5 minutes to allow the stuffing to absorb any remaining moisture and help the casserole set.
For a lighter variation, substitute ground turkey for the beef. You can also switch the stuffing mix to a cornbread-style or chicken-flavored variety for a different flavor.
