Slow Cooker Cowboy Stew

Slow Cooker Cowboy Stew is a hearty, comforting dinner loaded with ground beef, beans, corn, tomatoes, and flavorful spices. It's an easy, filling crockpot meal that's perfect for busy weeknights and chilly days.

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Shopping list:

• ground beef
• beef broth
• onion
• green bell pepper
• canned kidney beans
• canned black beans
• canned diced tomatoes
• canned whole kernel corn
• canned tomato paste
• chili powder
• paprika
• garlic powder
• cumin
• seasoned salt
• black pepper
• crushed red pepper

When you need a hearty dinner that will warm everyone up and leave the whole family satisfied, this Slow Cooker Cowboy Stew is hard to beat! It's loaded with seasoned ground beef, kidney beans, black beans, corn, tomatoes, onion, and green bell pepper, all simmered together in a rich and savory tomato beef broth. Every spoonful is packed with comforting flavor, and the slow cooker does most of the work, making this an especially easy meal for busy weeknights and chilly fall or winter days.

The spices give this cowboy stew its smoky, savory flavor with just a little kick. It's filling enough to serve on its own, but it's even better paired with warm cornbread, buttery biscuits, or crunchy tortilla chips. Add some freshly shredded cheese, sour cream, or sliced green onions on top for an easy, cozy slow cooker dinner everyone can customize at the table.

Are you looking for some more easy slow cooker soup recipes? Try my Slow Cooker Ham Bone and Potato Soup or Slow Cooker Stuffed Pepper Soup!

Ground beef always makes dinner so easy! If you want some more great ground beef recipes, check out these Porcupine Meatballs or Sloppy Joe Crescent Rolls!

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Recipe tips:

• Store leftover Cowboy Stew in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To freeze, allow the stew to cool completely, then transfer it to freezer safe airtight containers or freezer bags. Freeze for up to 3 months. When you're ready to enjoy it, thaw the stew overnight in the refrigerator, then reheat it in a saucepan over medium heat or in the microwave until heated through. You can also reheat it directly from frozen on the stovetop over low heat, stirring occasionally and adding a splash of beef broth if needed.

Swaps and additions:

• If you can't find canned ingredients in the exact sizes listed in the recipe, don't worry, a few ounces more or less won't make much of a difference. You can also substitute a 10 ounce can of Rotel or Amazon brand for the diced tomatoes to add a little extra flavor. Try using ground turkey, chicken or pork instead of ground beef.

• Be sure to taste the stew before serving and adjust the seasonings to suit your preferences. This recipe is delicious as written, but it's also perfect for cleaning out the pantry or refrigerator. Have extra vegetables, beans, or cooked meat that need to be used? Toss them in!

Our favorite kitchen equipment and supplies used with this recipe:

• Crock Pot 6 Quart Cook & Carry Programmable Slow Cooker
• Meat Chopper
• Manual Can Opener
• Martha Stewart Knife Set
• Cutting Board Set 

Yield 8 servings

Author Hot Eats and Cool Reads

Prep time

15 Min

Cook time

6 Hour

Total time

6 H & 15 M

Slow Cooker Cowboy Stew

This easy Cowboy Stew combines seasoned ground beef, tender beans, vegetables, and a rich tomato broth for the ultimate comfort food. Let the slow cooker do the work for a warm and satisfying family dinner everyone will love.

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef, browned and drained
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 large onion, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 1 (15.25 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (15.5 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
• 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper

Instructions

1. Add all of the ingredients to the slow cooker and stir until well combined.
2. Cover and cook on HIGH for 4 hours or LOW for 6 hours.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

232

Fat

13 g

Sat. Fat

5 g

Carbs

18 g

Fiber

3 g

Net carbs

15 g

Sugar

6 g

Protein

14 g

Sodium

641 mg

Cholesterol

40 mg

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