Can I use a different cut of steak?

Yes. Use what you like—sirloin works great, and anything labeled “stew meat” can also work since the slow cooker helps tenderize. Just keep the cubes roughly the same size.

Do I have to peel the potatoes?

Nope. If you like potato skins (and don’t mind a more rustic vibe), you can skip peeling. Just wash them well.

How do I store leftovers?

Let everything cool, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3–4 days . Reheat in the microwave or on the stove with a splash of milk to loosen it up.

You can, but potatoes can get a little softer after freezing and thawing. If you freeze it anyway, store in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months and thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

Can I make it “extra loaded”?

Absolutely. Add more cheddar on top at the end, or serve with extra sour cream and bacon bits. Nobody’s judging. This is a safe space.

6 Easy Crockpot Loaded Steak and Potato Bake Wins

Description

Crockpot Loaded Steak and Potato Bake is the coziest “set-it-and-forget-it” dinner—tender steak, cheesy potatoes, bacon, and a creamy sour cream sauce all cooked together in one slow cooker.

Ingredients

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1 tablespoon olive oil
450g beef steak, cubed
800g potatoes, peeled and diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
100ml sour cream
50ml milk
100g bacon bits
200g cheddar cheese, shredded
2 green onions, sliced

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Instructions

Sear the steak: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Brown the cubed steak on all sides (about 3–5 minutes total).
Layer in crockpot: Add half the diced potatoes to the bottom of the crockpot. Top with half the steak, half the bacon bits, and half the cheddar cheese.
Repeat layers: Add remaining potatoes, steak, bacon bits, and cheddar cheese.
Make creamy sauce: In a bowl, whisk sour cream, milk, garlic, salt, and pepper.
Pour and cook: Pour the sauce evenly over the layers. Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until potatoes are fork-tender.
Garnish and serve: Sprinkle sliced green onions on top. Serve warm.

Notes

Searing adds extra flavor, but if you’re truly rushed, you can skip it (your dinner will still be tasty).

Cut potatoes evenly so they cook at the same rate.

For extra melty cheese, add a small handful of cheddar during the last 10–15 minutes.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours
Category: Dinner
Method: Crock pot
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
Calories: 720 kcal
Sugar: 4 g
Sodium: 980 mg
Fat: 40 g
Saturated Fat: 18 g
Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
Trans Fat: 0.5 g
Carbohydrates: 45 g
Fiber: 5 g
Protein: 45 g
Cholesterol: 135 mg