Tender steak, buttery potatoes, melted cheese, and crispy bacon — all slow-cooked together into one incredibly comforting, flavor-packed meal.
If you’re looking for a hearty dinner that feels like a warm hug in a bowl, this recipe delivers. Juicy chunks of steak and soft, seasoned potatoes cook low and slow in your Crockpot, soaking up every bit of flavor. Topped with gooey cheddar and crispy bacon, this dish brings together all the best parts of a loaded baked potato — with the added bonus of savory, melt-in-your-mouth steak.
The best part? It’s a set-it-and-forget-it recipe. Just toss the ingredients in your slow cooker in the morning, and come home to a meal that tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen. Whether you’re feeding a hungry family or meal prepping for the week, it’s a fuss-free, crowd-pleasing dinner you’ll want to make again and again.
✅ Why you’ll love it:
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Hands-off Crockpot cooking
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Classic, family-friendly flavors
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Easy to prep and customize
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Perfect for cozy nights or weekend gatherings
Ingredients:
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1½ lbs (700g) steak (sirloin or chuck), cut into cubes
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4 medium potatoes, diced (peeled or unpeeled)
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (plus more for topping)
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½ cup cooked, crumbled bacon
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½ onion, finely chopped
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2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
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1 tsp garlic powder
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Salt and black pepper to taste
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Optional: green onions & sour cream for topping
👩🍳 Instructions:
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Prep the base:
In a large bowl, toss the cubed steak and diced potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. -
Layer in Crockpot:
Add steak and potatoes to the bottom of a greased Crockpot. Sprinkle in the chopped onion, half of the shredded cheese, and half of the bacon. Stir gently. -
Cook low and slow:
Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until the steak is tender and the potatoes are soft. -
Finish with toppings:
In the last 15–20 minutes of cooking, sprinkle the remaining cheese and bacon over the top. Cover and let it melt. -
Serve:
Spoon into bowls and top with green onions, sour cream, or even a drizzle of ranch if you like!