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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    20 Slow Cooker Beef Recipes for When You’re Craving Comfort Food

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on April 29, 2025, updated April 3, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    When the weather turns chilly or you just need a warm meal, nothing beats a hearty beef dish made in a slow cooker. These 20 recipes are perfect for filling your home with comforting aromas while you let the slow cooker do all the work. From cozy soups to cheesy casseroles, each dish offers a satisfying way to enjoy beef with minimal effort.

    Slow Cooker Taco Soup

    Slow Cooker Taco Soup.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This soup is simple to make in the slow cooker and packed with flavor. It features fire roasted corn, fresh salsa, and whole black olives.

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    Slow Cooker Mexican Bubble Up Casserole

    Slow Cooker Mexican Bubble Up Casserole.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This casserole is slow-cooked to bring out all the great Tex-Mex flavors of a classic Mexican pizza. With just five ingredients, it’s easy to whip up a tasty meal.

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    Copycat Wendy’s Chili

    Copycat Wendy’s Chili.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This copycat recipe lets you enjoy the delicious flavor of Wendy’s chili right at home. With all the beans, veggies, and spices included, it’s a fantastic way to whip up a comforting meal.

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    Slow Cooker Cottage Pie

    Slow Cooker Cottage Pie.
    Photo Credit: The Cookin' Chicks.

    This meal is a hit with the whole family. With ground beef, veggies, and seasonings all topped with mashed potatoes, it’s a filling comfort food that’s easy to prepare any night of the week.

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    Slow Cooker John Wayne Casserole

    Slow Cooker John Wayne Casserole.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This dish features tater tots, a southwestern twist, and plenty of cheese. It's a fun and easy meal that's perfect for any night.

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    Slow Cooker Stuffed Peppers

    Slow Cooker Stuffed Peppers.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Stuffed peppers filled with beef and rice are simmered in a tasty marinara sauce. This dish is simple to prepare in the slow cooker, making it a comforting dinner that everyone will love.

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    Easy Slow Cooker Lasagna

    Easy Slow Cooker Lasagna.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This crock pot lasagna is a simple meal you can prepare ahead of time. With just a few easy ingredients, including uncooked lasagna noodles, you can let the crock pot handle the cooking.

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    Slow Cooker Beef Rendang

    Slow Cooker Beef Rendang.
    Photo Credit: Garlic All Day.

    Just toss all the ingredients into the Crock-Pot and let it cook for a few hours. You'll return to a hearty and flavorful beef stew that's perfect for dinner.

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    Slow Cooker Shepherd’s Pie

    Slow Cooker Shepherd’s Pie.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Slow Cooker Shepherd’s Pie is a great way to enjoy a comforting meal that everyone in the family will appreciate. With ground beef, carrots, peas, and a layer of mashed potatoes on top, this dish is simple to prepare and satisfying.

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    Crock Pot Carne Guisada

    Crock Pot Carne Guisada (Mexican Beef Stew).
    Photo Credit: Supergolden Bakes.

    This beef stew is packed with great flavor and features tender beef that falls apart easily. It's a simple dish that you'll want to make again and again.

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    Slow Cooker Poor Man’s Stew

    Slow Cooker Poor Man’s Stew.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This stew is a filling meal made with ground beef that you can prepare easily and affordably. It's perfect for busy nights when you want something hearty without spending too much time in the kitchen.

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    Slow Cooker Hamburger Potato Casserole

    Slow Cooker Hamburger Potato Casserole.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This hamburger potato casserole is a hearty meal made with just five ingredients, featuring the savory tastes of beef and onions. It's easy to put together and cooks in no time, perfect for busy weeknights.

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    Slow Cooker Nacho Soup

    Slow Cooker Nacho Soup.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Nacho Soup is a tasty twist on your favorite nachos, packed with flavors from ground beef, Rotel, black beans, corn, and taco seasoning. This dish is perfect for busy nights when you want something hearty and satisfying without a lot of work.

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    Slow Cooker American Goulash

    Slow Cooker Goulash.
    Photo Credit: Cincy Shopper.

    Slow Cooker American Goulash is a rich, meaty dish loaded with beef and veggies. This easy slow cooker ground beef recipe is great for dinner!

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    Slow Cooker Beef Barley Soup

    Slow Cooker Beef Barley Soup.
    Photo Credit: Valerie's Kitchen.

    This Slow Cooker Beef Barley Soup is a filling and comforting meal that cooks while you're away. It's packed with tender beef, fresh vegetables, and nutritious barley.

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    Slow Cooker Meatloaf

    Slow Cooker Meatloaf.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This slow cooker meatloaf is a simple and tasty dish that you can prepare without much effort. It's perfect for holiday meals or any time you want a comforting dinner.

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    Slow Cooker Beef and Potato Au Gratin

    Slow Cooker Beef and Potato Au Gratin.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This recipe is a great option for a filling meal. With tender Russet potatoes, ground beef, and straightforward flavors, it’s sure to be a hit with your family.

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    Slow Cooker Creamy Taco Soup

    Slow Cooker Creamy Taco Soup.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Ground beef is cooked with chopped onion and then combined in the crock pot with taco seasoning, diced tomatoes, cream cheese, and spices. This is a simple and tasty taco soup that’s perfect for a quick meal.

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    Crockpot Enchiladas

    Crockpot Enchiladas.
    Photo Credit: An Edible Mosaic.

    Crockpot enchiladas are a simple mix of ground beef, veggies, enchilada sauce, corn tortillas, and cheese, all cooked together in the slow cooker. This is a great option for busy weeknights or when you want to prepare meals ahead of time.

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    Crock Pot Chili Mac And Cheese

    A bowl of Crock Pot Chili Mac And Cheese.
    Photo Credit: Eat Your Beets.

    This dish combines chili and macaroni for a hearty meal that's easy to prepare. It's perfect for busy nights when you want something warm and filling.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has 20+ years experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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