Description
Slow cookers are a home cook’s best friend when it comes to creating comforting, hearty meals with minimal effort. This Slow Cooker Steak and Cheddar Potato Casserole is the ultimate in cozy, family-friendly deliciousness. Tender beef steak, creamy potatoes, and melty cheddar cheese come together in one satisfying dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or laid-back weekends.
Ingredients
- 2 pound beef steak (such as sirloin or chuck, cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1 cup diced onion
- 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
1. Start by seasoning the beef steak pieces with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Toss the steak to coat it evenly with the spices.
2. In your slow cooker, layer the diced potatoes and onions at the bottom. Top with the seasoned steak pieces, then sprinkle the corn over the steak layer.
3. In a bowl, mix together the beef broth, heavy cream, and Worcestershire sauce. Pour this liquid mixture over the casserole layers in the slow cooker.
4. Cover the slow cooker with its lid and set it to cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours, until the potatoes are tender and the steak is cooked through.
5. About 30 minutes before serving, sprinkle 1 1/2 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the casserole. Cover and let the cheese melt.
6. Once the casserole is cooked, gently stir the ingredients to combine. Adjust the seasoning to taste, if needed. Serve the Slow Cooker Steak and Cheddar Potato Casserole hot, garnished with the remaining shredded cheese and fresh parsley, if desired.
Notes
To ensure the ultimate success with this recipe, here are a few expert tips:
Choose a leaner cut like sirloin or chuck to keep the dish from becoming too greasy.
Don’t skimp on the salt, pepper, garlic, and onion powder – these spices really make the flavors pop.
The combination of beef broth and heavy cream creates a deliciously rich and velvety sauce.
Cheddar cheese is the perfect melty, gooey topping, but you can also experiment with other cheeses like Monterey Jack or Gouda.
Be sure to layer the ingredients correctly for even cooking and optimal flavor distribution.
Slow cooker settings can vary, so use the provided guidelines as a starting point and adjust the time as needed.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg