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A white bowl filled with crockpot cowboy soup.

Crockpot Cowboy Soup

This Crockpot Cowboy Soup comes together easily with simple ingredients and minimal prep. Simply brown the beef, load up your slow cooker, and let it simmer for a hearty meal that’s sure to be a hit with the whole family.
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Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cowboy Soup Recipe, Crockpot Cowboy Soup
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours
Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 cups
Calories: 154kcal
Author: Karen

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 small yellow onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 russet potato diced (skin on or peeled)
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 2 cups mixed frozen vegetables peas, carrots, green beans, corn
  • 1 15 oz can pinto beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 15 oz can black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 15 oz can diced tomatoes (with juices)
  • 1 15 oz can tomato sauce
  • 5-6 cups beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  • Brown the beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess grease if needed.
  • Prepare the slow cooker: Coat the inside of your slow cooker with a light layer of cooking spray or oil.
  • Add aromatics: Place the chopped onion and minced garlic in the slow cooker.
  • Add ingredients: Add the browned beef, diced potato, corn, mixed vegetables, pinto beans, black beans, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, seasonings and beef broth. Adjust the broth to cover the ingredients slightly. (About 6 cups)
  • Mix: Mix everything until combined.
  • Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until the potatoes and vegetables are tender.
  • Garnish and serve: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

  • Instead of using cooking spray, you can opt for a slow cooker liner for easier cleanup.
  • Keep the lid on the slow cooker until you’re ready to check for doneness. Opening the lid allows heat to escape, adding extra cooking time.
  • I don’t recommend adding the beef to the crockpot without browning it first. It won’t break up properly, and the soup will become greasy.

Nutrition

Calories: 154kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 27mg | Sodium: 418mg | Potassium: 353mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 0.4g | Vitamin A: 1606IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 2mg
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