Description
This Crockpot Loaded Steak and Potato Bake is a hearty, comforting one-pot meal featuring tender sirloin steak, creamy potatoes, and savory cheddar cheese, all slow-cooked to perfection. Ideal for busy days, this easy recipe delivers rich flavors and satisfying textures with minimal effort, making it a perfect family dinner option.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds sirloin steak, cubed
- 6 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons ranch seasoning mix
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Cube the sirloin steak into bite-sized pieces, peel and dice the russet potatoes, and chop the medium onion finely to ensure even cooking and flavor distribution.
- Combine in Crockpot: Place the cubed steak, diced potatoes, and chopped onion into the Crockpot. This layering allows the flavors to meld as they slow cook together.
- Add Broth and Seasoning: Pour one cup of beef broth over the ingredients. Stir in two tablespoons of ranch seasoning mix along with salt and pepper to taste, ensuring a well-seasoned base for the dish.
- Slow Cook: Cover the Crockpot and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours. This long, gentle cooking process tenderizes the steak and softens the potatoes thoroughly.
- Incorporate Sour Cream and Cheese: After slow cooking, stir in half a cup of sour cream to add creaminess. Then, sprinkle one cup of shredded cheddar cheese on top evenly.
- Melt Cheese: Cover the Crockpot again and cook for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until the cheese has melted completely and becomes bubbly, adding a rich finish to the dish.
- Garnish and Serve: Finally, sprinkle one-quarter cup of sliced green onions over the top before serving to add freshness and a mild onion flavor contrast.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider searing the steak cubes in a pan before adding them to the Crockpot.
- If sour cream is not available, Greek yogurt can be used as a substitute for a tangy creaminess.
- Adjust the ranch seasoning and salt according to your taste preference or dietary needs.
- This recipe is suitable for meal prepping as leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To make it gluten-free, ensure the ranch seasoning mix used does not contain gluten additives.
