Slow Cooker Steak & Cheddar Potato

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🥩🧀 Slow Cooker Steak & Cheddar Potato

A hearty, comforting one-pot meal made with tender chunks of steak, soft potatoes, and rich melted cheddar cheese. This slow cooker recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, cold weather dinners, or when you want a filling family meal with minimal effort.

📖 Description

Slow Cooker Steak & Cheddar Potato combines savory beef, perfectly cooked potatoes, and creamy cheddar sauce into a rich and satisfying dish. The slow cooking process allows the steak to become tender while the potatoes absorb all the delicious flavors. Finished with melted cheese on top, it’s pure comfort food.

⏱ Time

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes

  • Cook Time: 6–7 hours (LOW) or 3–4 hours (HIGH)

  • Total Time: Up to 7 hours

🍽 Servings

Serves 6 people

🛒 Ingredients

  • 1½ lbs sirloin steak (cut into bite-sized cubes)

  • 4–5 medium russet potatoes (peeled & cubed)

  • 1 small onion (chopped)

  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)

  • 1 cup beef broth

  • 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cheddar cheese soup

  • 1½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

  • 1 teaspoon paprika

  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

  • Salt to taste

  • Optional garnish: chopped green onions or parsley

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Layer the Potatoes

Place cubed potatoes in the bottom of the slow cooker.

2️⃣ Add Steak & Seasoning

Top with steak cubes, onion, garlic, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.

3️⃣ Add Liquids

Pour beef broth and cheddar cheese soup evenly over the mixture.

4️⃣ Cook

Cover and cook:

  • LOW: 6–7 hours

  • HIGH: 3–4 hours

5️⃣ Add Cheese

During the last 20–30 minutes, sprinkle shredded cheddar on top. Cover and allow to melt.

6️⃣ Stir & Serve

Gently stir before serving and garnish if desired.

💡 Notes

  • Russet potatoes hold texture well in slow cooking.

  • Sirloin works best, but stew meat can also be used.

  • Cheese soup adds creaminess and thickens the sauce naturally.

✅ Tips for Best Results

✔ Cut steak evenly for consistent cooking.
✔ Do not overcook on HIGH — steak can become tough.
✔ Add a splash of Worcestershire sauce for extra flavor.
✔ For thicker sauce, remove lid during last 20 minutes.
✔ Brown steak before slow cooking for deeper flavor (optional).

🥗 Nutritional Information (Approximate per serving)

  • Calories: 520–600

  • Protein: 35g

  • Fat: 32g

  • Carbohydrates: 30g

  • Fiber: 3g

  • Calcium: 25% DV

  • Iron: 20% DV

(Values vary based on cheese and steak cut.)

🌿 Benefits

  • ✔ High in protein for muscle support

  • ✔ Rich in iron and B vitamins from beef

  • ✔ Potatoes provide potassium & fiber

  • ✔ Filling, balanced comfort meal

❓ Q & A

Q: Can I use chicken instead of steak?
Yes, chicken breast or thighs work well.

Q: Can I make it without cheese soup?
Yes, substitute with 1 cup heavy cream + 1 cup shredded cheddar.

Q: Can I freeze leftovers?
Yes, store in airtight container up to 2 months.

Q: Why is my steak tough?
It may need longer cooking on LOW or was cooked too long on HIGH.

Q: What can I serve with it?
Side salad, roasted vegetables, or garlic bread.

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