Slow Cooker Steak and Cheddar Potato Casserole
A hearty and comforting casserole made in the slow cooker with tender steak, cheesy potatoes, and savory seasonings. It’s the perfect set-it-and-forget-it dinner for busy days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs steak (sirloin or chuck), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 cups Russet or Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1/2 cup sour cream (optional)
- 1 cup milk or cream
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika or steak seasoning
- Chopped green onions or chives for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet and sear steak pieces until browned. Set aside.
- In a slow cooker, add diced potatoes, chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Place the seared steak on top and pour in the milk or cream.
- Add half of the shredded cheddar cheese and gently stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours until potatoes are tender and steak is cooked through.
- 30 minutes before serving, stir in sour cream (if using) and top with remaining cheddar cheese. Let it melt while the casserole finishes cooking.
- Garnish with chopped green onions or chives before serving.
Notes
- Add cooked bacon or sausage for extra protein and flavor.
- Include vegetables like mushrooms or bell peppers for variety.
- For a spicy version, stir in hot sauce or jalapeños.
- Use frozen potatoes or hash browns if short on time.
- Reheat with a splash of milk to restore creaminess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
