Description
Sizzling Crockpot Loaded Steak and Potato Bake brings hearty comfort straight from your kitchen to the dinner table. Cheese, tender meat, and savory potatoes combine in one delicious slow-cooker masterpiece that satisfies deep hunger with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 pounds sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
Vegetables and Base:
- 4 large russet potatoes, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Marinate cubed sirloin steak with paprika, salt, and pepper, ensuring thorough coating.
- Create a foundational layer in the crockpot by arranging diced potatoes and chopped onions, then carefully position the seasoned steak on top.
- Craft a flavorful liquid mixture by combining minced garlic, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and subtle seasoning, then gently cascade over the steak and potato layers.
- Secure the crockpot lid and slow cook at low temperature (195°F) for 6-7 hours or high temperature (215°F) for 4-5 hours until meat reaches tender, melt-in-mouth consistency.
- During final cooking phase, generously scatter shredded cheddar cheese across the surface, allowing it to melt and create a luxurious golden blanket.
- Once complete, carefully transfer the hearty dish to serving plates, embellishing with a dollop of cool sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh green onion garnish.
Notes
- Ensure even seasoning by massaging the spices into the steak cubes, creating a flavorful coat that penetrates the meat deeply.
- Choose a well-marbled sirloin steak for maximum tenderness and rich flavor, as the slow cooking process will break down tough muscle fibers.
- Keep the potato pieces relatively uniform in size to guarantee even cooking and prevent some chunks from becoming mushy while others remain undercooked.
- For a low-carb alternative, swap potatoes with cauliflower florets or turnips, maintaining the same cooking method and flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours (on Low) or 4 hours (on High)
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 490 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 39 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg