Easy Ground Beef Crock Pot Recipes
A hearty slow-cooked meal featuring savory ground beef, aromatic herbs, and optional add-ins like veggies or potatoes. This approach to ground beef crock pot recipes delivers rich flavor with minimal effort.
Equipment
- Crock pot (slow cooker)
- skillet (optional for browning)
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Measuring cups/spoons
Ingredients
- 1 to 2 pounds ground beef 85–90% lean preferred
- 1 large onion finely chopped
- 2 to 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 to 2 cans tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes 14.5 oz each, approximate
- ½ to 1 cup beef broth or stock
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Chili powder or dried herbs to taste
(Optional) 1 to 2 cups diced vegetables (like bell peppers, carrots, or celery)
(Optional) 1 cup diced potatoes or 1 cup cooked rice
Instructions
- (Optional) Brown the Ground Beef: In a skillet over medium-high heat, sauté ground beef until lightly browned. Drain excess fat.
- Load the Crock Pot: Add ground beef (raw or browned) to the crock pot. Follow with onion, garlic, optional veggies, tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes, beef broth, and seasonings.
- Cook: Cover and cook on Low for 6–8 hours or on High for 3–4 hours.
- Check and Season: Ensure meat reaches 160°F. Taste and adjust salt, pepper, or any additional seasonings.
- Serve: Ladle into bowls, or serve over mashed potatoes, pasta, or rice. Garnish as desired.
Notes
Always ensure ground beef reaches an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).