Description
Crockpot Texas Cowboy Stew is a savory and satisfying meal that combines tender beef, hearty beans, and a medley of vibrant vegetables, making it perfect for chilly nights or casual family gatherings. This easy slow-cooker recipe yields a rich, flavorful stew with minimal hands-on time – just brown the beef, toss everything into the crockpot, and let it simmer to perfection. Whether served with crusty bread or over rice, this dish is sure to become a family favorite. Enjoy the warm, comforting flavors of Texas right from your kitchen!
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 3 large gold potatoes (peeled and diced)
- 30 oz canned pinto beans (rinsed and drained)
- 15 oz can whole kernel corn (drained)
- 10 oz bag frozen mixed vegetables
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 teaspoons freshly chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Add diced onions and minced garlic; sauté for an additional 2 minutes.
- Transfer the beef mixture to a slow cooker. Add diced potatoes, pinto beans, corn, mixed vegetables, beef broth, brown sugar, and spices.
- Cover and cook on high for 3–4 hours or low for 6–8 hours until vegetables are tender.
- Before serving, garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Texan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg