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Extreme close-up of a spoonful of Crockpot Ground Beef and Potato, highlighting the seasoned ground beef, tender potatoes, and rich cheese sauce.

Crockpot Ground Beef and Potato: The Ultimate Cheesy Comfort Meal

The ultimate comfort food! This easy Crockpot Ground Beef and Potato recipe features tender potatoes, seasoned ground beef, and a rich, velvety cheese sauce. A set-it-and-forget-it meal perfect for any weeknight.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
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Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs Lean Ground Beef (85/15 or 90/10)
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 2.5 lbs Yukon Gold Potatoes, sliced 1/4-inch thick
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 cup Low-Sodium Beef Broth
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese, softened and cubed
  • 2 cups Sharp Cheddar Cheese, freshly shredded
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese, freshly shredded
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 0.5 tsp Onion Powder
  • Salt and Black Pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley, chopped

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet
  • 1 6-Quart Slow Cooker

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook until softened. Add ground beef, break it apart, and cook until browned. Drain excess grease. Stir in minced garlic and seasonings (paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper) and cook for one more minute until fragrant.
  2. Place half of the sliced potatoes in the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker. Top with half of the ground beef mixture. Repeat with the remaining potatoes and ground beef.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together the beef broth and cubed cream cheese. Pour this mixture over the layers in the slow cooker. Cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours, until potatoes are fork-tender.
  4. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses over the top. Replace the lid and cook for another 15-20 minutes until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Don't Skip the Sear: Browning the beef is crucial for developing deep, complex flavor.
Shred Your Own Cheese: For the smoothest, creamiest melt, always shred cheese from a block.
Uniform Potato Slices: Slicing potatoes to a consistent thickness ensures they all cook evenly.
No Peeking: Avoid lifting the slow cooker lid, as it releases heat and increases the cooking time.