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Ground Beef Crock Pot Recipe

This cozy ground beef crock pot recipe is easy to make, full of flavor, and perfect for busy weeknights. With simple ingredients like ground beef, tomatoes, onions, and spices, it slow-cooks into a comforting, family-friendly meal. Serve it over rice, in tacos, or with crusty bread.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
5 minutes
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 🧂 Ingredients
  • Serves: 4 people
  • 1 lb ground beef 80/20 or lean
  • 1 can 14.5 oz diced tomatoes (or tomato sauce)
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup canned black beans drained (optional)
  • 1 cup frozen corn optional
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp chili powder or taco seasoning
  • ½ cup beef broth or water
  • Optional Toppings: Shredded cheese sour cream, avocado, cilantro, hot sauce

Notes

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Brown the Ground Beef (Optional but recommended)

  • In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until it’s no longer pink.
  • Drain any extra grease.
Tip: Browning adds extra flavor and keeps the meal from becoming greasy.

Step 2: Load the Crock Pot

Add the following into your crock pot:
  • Cooked or raw ground beef
  • Chopped onion and minced garlic
  • Can of diced tomatoes
  • Beans and corn (if using)
  • Spices (salt, pepper, chili powder)
  • Beef broth or water
Mix gently to combine.

Step 3: Cook Low and Slow

  • Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours
  • Or HIGH for 3–4 hours
Resist lifting the lid—it lets out heat and slows cooking.

Step 4: Serve and Enjoy!

  • Give everything a final stir.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  • Serve over rice, in tortillas, or by itself with toppings!
Pro Tip: Let it sit for 5 minutes before serving so flavors settle in.