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Slow Cooker Cowboy Stew Recipe

Slow Cooker Cowboy Stew Recipe

Cowboy stew is warm, simple and full of flavor. This Slow Cooker Cowboy Stew Recipe is perfect for busy days. You just add everything to the slow cooker and let it cook. The taste becomes rich, smoky and comforting.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Course Dinner / Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 520 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 12 oz smoked sausage sliced
  • 3 large potatoes diced
  • 1 can 15 oz diced tomatoes
  • 1 can 15 oz pinto beans, drained
  • 1 can 15 oz corn, drained
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 cups beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

Instructions
 

Brown the Ground Beef

  • Cook the ground beef in a skillet until fully browned. Break it into small pieces while cooking for even texture.

Add Onion and Garlic

  • Stir in chopped onion and garlic. Cook for two minutes until soft and fragrant before adding to the slow cooker.

Prepare the Slow Cooker

  • Place potatoes, pinto beans, corn, tomatoes, and sliced sausage inside the slow cooker and spread evenly across the bottom.

Add Seasonings

  • Sprinkle chili powder, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper on top of the vegetables and sausage mixture in the cooker.

Pour in the Broth

  • Slowly pour the beef broth into the cooker. Make sure all ingredients are covered well and ready to cook slowly.

Add the Ground Beef

  • Transfer the cooked ground beef mixture into the slow cooker. Spread it out gently without pressing too much.

Stir Everything Lightly

  • Give a gentle stir to mix the ingredients. Do not overmix because potatoes can break easily during stirring.

Cover and Cook

  • Close the slow cooker lid tightly. Cook on LOW for 6 hours or on HIGH for about 3 hours for faster cooking.

Check the Potatoes

  • Open the lid and check the potatoes. They should be soft and fully cooked before serving your warm stew.

Serve and Enjoy

  • Use a ladle to serve the stew into bowls. Add parsley, cheese, or sour cream if you like extra toppings.

Notes

  • Use canned Rotel for extra heat and flavor.
  • Add bacon for a smoky and rich taste.
  • Use sweet potatoes instead of regular potatoes for sweetness.
  • Add green chilies for spicy stew.
  • Replace smoked sausage with turkey sausage for lighter calories.
  • Add frozen peas during the last 20 minutes for color and texture.
  • Use beef chuck pieces instead of ground beef for chunky stew.
  • Add a splash of BBQ sauce for sweet-smoky flavor.
  • Stir in cooked pasta if you want a thicker meal.
  • Serve with cornbread for a perfect cowboy-style dinner.
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