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Hearty Crockpot Cowboy Soup: Easy Slow Cooker Dinner

Close-up of a hearty bowl of crockpot cowboy soup featuring ground beef, kidney beans, corn, and tomatoes.

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Make this hearty Crockpot Cowboy Soup for a filling, budget-friendly family dinner. This easy slow cooker recipe simmers ground beef, beans, corn, and tomatoes to perfection for ultimate comfort food.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lb ground beef
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (10 ounce) can Rotel (diced tomatoes and green chilies), undrained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

  1. Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Drain off any excess fat.
  2. Transfer the browned ground beef to your slow cooker.
  3. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the slow cooker.
  4. Add the kidney beans, black beans, pinto beans, diced tomatoes (with juice), Rotel (with juice), and corn to the slow cooker.
  5. Pour in the beef broth.
  6. Stir in the chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce.
  7. Stir all ingredients together until well combined.
  8. Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours, or on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours.
  9. Taste the soup before serving and adjust salt and pepper if needed.
  10. Serve warm with your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, brown the onion slightly before adding it to the slow cooker.
  • Serve this easy crockpot soup with shredded cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream, or fresh cilantro.
  • This recipe makes great leftovers and freezes well for simple slow cooker dinners later.
  • If you prefer a thicker stew, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water and stir into the soup during the last 30 minutes of cooking.

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