🥩 Slow Cooker Steak and Cheddar Potato Casserole – Comfort Food Perfection
There’s nothing quite like the warm, cheesy comfort of a Slow Cooker Steak and Cheddar Potato Casserole on a cozy evening. 🧀✨
Tender steak, creamy potatoes, and melty cheddar come together in layers of savory goodness — all slow-cooked to perfection while you go about your day. This dish is rich, hearty, and the ultimate family-style comfort food that feels like a hug in every bite! ❤️
🔹️ Ingredients & Their Roles
✅️ Beef Steak (1.5 lbs): Use sirloin or flank steak for juicy, tender bites that soak up flavor beautifully.
✅️ Potatoes (4 medium): Thinly sliced for even cooking — they absorb the cheesy, creamy sauce perfectly.
✅️ Onion (1 medium, diced): Adds sweetness and depth to balance the richness.
✅️ Cheddar Cheese (2 cups, shredded): The star of the show — melty, sharp, and irresistibly creamy.
✅️ Beef Broth (1 cup): Builds a deep, savory base for the sauce.
✅️ Heavy Cream (1 cup): Adds creaminess and body to the casserole.
✅️ Garlic (2 cloves, minced): Infuses aromatic flavor throughout.
✅️ Dried Thyme (1 tsp): Brings earthy warmth and complements the beef.
✅️ Paprika (1 tsp): Adds mild spice and rich color.
✅️ Salt & Pepper: To taste — enhances every flavor.
✅️ Fresh Parsley: For garnish — a bright, fresh finish.
🔹️ Step-by-Step Instructions
◾️ Step 1: Prepare the Steak
➡️ Cut the steak into bite-sized pieces.
➡️ Season with salt, pepper, thyme, and paprika.
👉 Toss to coat evenly and set aside.
◾️ Step 2: Layer the Casserole
➡️ In your slow cooker, arrange half the potato slices at the bottom.
➡️ Add half the onion and half the seasoned steak.
➡️ Sprinkle with half of the cheddar cheese.
✅️ Repeat layers with remaining potatoes, onion, steak, and cheese.
◾️ Step 3: Mix the Sauce
➡️ In a bowl, whisk together beef broth, heavy cream, and minced garlic until smooth.
◾️ Step 4: Pour & Cook
➡️ Pour the sauce evenly over all layers in the slow cooker.
👉 Cover with the lid and cook:
LOW: 6–8 hours
HIGH: 3–4 hours
✅️ Cook until potatoes are tender and steak is fully cooked.
◾️ Step 5: Serve & Garnish
➡️ Gently stir to mix the layers just before serving.
➡️ Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley for color and freshness.
🔹️ Pro Tips for Perfect Results
✅️ Use Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes for the best texture.
✅️ Don’t skip layering — it helps every bite get equal amounts of steak, cheese, and potato.
✅️ For extra creaminess, add ½ cup sour cream during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
✅️ Want a golden top? Transfer to an oven-safe dish, sprinkle more cheese, and broil for 3–5 minutes.
✅️ Store leftovers in an airtight container — they reheat beautifully the next day.
🔹️ Serving Suggestions
👉 Pair this Slow Cooker Steak and Cheddar Potato Casserole with:
A crisp green salad to balance the richness.
Buttered dinner rolls to soak up that cheesy sauce.
A glass of red wine or iced tea for the perfect pairing.
🔹️ Why Everyone Loves This Recipe
This casserole combines everything we love about comfort food — tender beef, creamy potatoes, and melty cheese — all made effortlessly in the slow cooker. It’s hearty, filling, and completely family-approved. 🥰
Perfect for busy weeknights, Sunday dinners, or potlucks, it delivers rich flavor with minimal effort.
🔹️ Conclusion
If you’re craving the ultimate one-pot comfort meal, this Slow Cooker Steak and Cheddar Potato Casserole is the answer.
It’s easy, indulgent, and bursting with cheesy goodness — the kind of meal that gets rave reviews and empty plates every time. 🧀🥩
✅️ Simple to make. Impossible to resist.
