Description
This Crockpot Loaded Steak and Potato Bake is a hearty, one-pot dinner made with tender steak, buttery potatoes, and melty cheddar cheese. It’s a set-it-and-forget-it comfort food favorite that’s perfect for weeknights, meal prep, or feeding a hungry family
Ingredients
- 1½ lbs steak (sirloin or chuck), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1½ lbs baby potatoes or russet potatoes, cut into chunks
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika (optional)
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup sliced green onions (for garnish)
- Sour cream, for serving (optional)
- Optional add-ins: ranch seasoning mix, sliced mushrooms, chopped bell peppers
Instructions
- Season steak with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- In a separate bowl, toss potatoes with olive oil and a little more of the same seasonings.
- In a greased crockpot, layer steak and potatoes evenly and gently mix to combine.
- Cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until steak is tender and potatoes are fork-soft.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar over the top, cover, and let melt for 10–15 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with green onions and a dollop of sour cream, if desired.
Notes
- Prepping everything the night before makes this a breeze in the morning.
- Sirloin gives the best texture, but chuck steak or stew meat works too.
- Swap cheddar with mozzarella or pepper jack for a twist.
- Add bell peppers or mushrooms in the last hour of cooking for more veggies.
- Great for meal prep—leftovers reheat beautifully.
