Irresistible Slow Cooker Hamburger Hash – Easy Comfort Food Dinner
This Irresistible Slow Cooker Hamburger Hash Recipe is the ultimate comfort food—savory ground beef, tender potatoes, onions, and vegetables slow‑cooked to perfection. It’s a simple, budget‑friendly dish that delivers rich flavor and satisfying texture. Ideal for busy weeknights, family gatherings, or meal prepping, this recipe brings warmth and homestyle goodness to your table.
Equipment
- Slow cooker (4–6 quart recommended)
- Skillet
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
- Mixing spoon
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4 medium potatoes, diced (Russet or Yukon Gold)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup carrots, diced (optional)
- 1 cup corn or peas (optional)
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning
Optional toppings:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley or green onions
Instructions
Step 1: Brown the Ground Beef
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the ground beef until fully browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain any excess grease.
Step 2: Prepare the Vegetables
- Dice the potatoes into small cubes. Chop the onion, bell pepper, and any additional vegetables you plan to use.
Step 3: Layer Ingredients in the Slow Cooker
- Add the diced potatoes to the bottom of the slow cooker. Top with onions, bell pepper, carrots, and corn. Add the browned ground beef on top.
Step 4: Add Liquid and Seasonings
- Pour the beef broth and tomato sauce over the ingredients. Add Worcestershire sauce, paprika, garlic, salt, pepper, and dried herbs. Stir gently to combine.
Step 5: Cook
- Cover and cook:Low for 6–7 hoursorHigh for 3–4 hoursCook until the potatoes are tender and the flavors have blended together.
Step 6: Add Optional Cheese
- During the last 10 minutes of cooking, sprinkle shredded cheese over the hash and allow it to melt.
Step 7: Serve
- Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions and serve hot.
Notes
Browning the ground beef before adding it to the slow cooker greatly improves flavor.
• Dice potatoes evenly so they cook at the same rate.
• Avoid adding too much broth—the potatoes release moisture during cooking.
• For extra flavor, add a splash of Worcestershire sauce or soy sauce before serving.
• You can add delicate vegetables like peas or spinach during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
• Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and can be frozen for up to 3 months.
• Dice potatoes evenly so they cook at the same rate.
• Avoid adding too much broth—the potatoes release moisture during cooking.
• For extra flavor, add a splash of Worcestershire sauce or soy sauce before serving.
• You can add delicate vegetables like peas or spinach during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
• Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and can be frozen for up to 3 months.