Slow Cooker Hamburger Hash – The Lazy Comfort Food That Feeds the Whole Family!
There’s something heartwarming about tossing everything into a slow cooker and coming back hours later to a meal that smells like pure love. This Slow Cooker Hamburger Hash blends ground beef, potatoes, and melty cheese into a rich, satisfying dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or laid-back weekends. It’s simple, hearty, and guaranteed to disappear fast.
Ingredients
1½ pounds ground beef
4 cups diced potatoes (peeled)
1 medium onion, chopped
1 bell pepper, chopped (optional)
1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 can cream of mushroom soup
½ cup milk
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain excess grease.
- Spray the inside of your slow cooker with nonstick spray.
- Add the cooked beef, diced potatoes, onion, and bell pepper into the slow cooker.
- In a bowl, mix together the cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Pour this mixture over the beef and potatoes.
- Stir everything to coat evenly. Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or on HIGH for 3–4 hours, until potatoes are tender.
- About 15 minutes before serving, sprinkle shredded cheese over the top, cover, and let it melt.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Tips for Best Flavor
Use Yukon gold potatoes for a creamy texture. You can also throw in frozen peas or corn during the last hour for some extra color and sweetness.
Nutrition (Per Serving – 6 servings)
| Calories | 410 kcal |
| Protein | 28 g |
| Carbohydrates | 20 g |
| Fat | 25 g |
| Sodium | 610 mg |
FAQs
Q: Can I prep this the night before?
Yes! Brown the meat, chop veggies, and store everything in the fridge until morning. Dump it all in before leaving for work.
Q: What’s the best meat to use?
Ground chuck adds great flavor, but you can also use leaner beef or ground turkey.
Q: Can I freeze leftovers?
Absolutely. Store in airtight containers for up to 2 months. Reheat in the microwave or oven until hot.
