Put Raw Ground Beef in a Slow Cooker with These 4 Ingredients — It’s Comfort Food Perfection
When it comes to dinner, some nights you just want something warm, hearty, and ridiculously easy. That’s where this 4-ingredient slow cooker ground beef recipe comes in. You don’t need to brown anything ahead of time — just toss it in, set it, and walk away.
By the time dinner rolls around, you’ve got a comfort food classic that’s rich, flavorful, and tastes like it took hours of effort — even though your slow cooker did all the work.
Why This Recipe Works So Well
✅ No browning required — raw ground beef goes straight into the slow cooker
✅ Only 4 main ingredients — all pantry and fridge staples
✅ Perfect for busy days or no-fuss weeknight meals
✅ Family-friendly — picky eaters love it
✅ Versatile — serve it over pasta, rice, mashed potatoes, or in a sandwich
The 4 Simple Ingredients
All you need to create this magical, slow-cooked comfort food are:
1 to 1.5 lbs raw ground beef
1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup (or cream of chicken, if preferred)
1 packet onion soup mix (like Lipton)
½ cup sour cream (for richness and tang)
Optional extras:
Sliced mushrooms
Diced onions
Frozen peas or corn
A handful of shredded cheese for serving
How to Make It
Add the raw ground beef directly into the slow cooker, breaking it up slightly with a spoon or spatula.
Pour in the cream of mushroom soup and onion soup mix.
Add the sour cream and stir gently to combine (it doesn’t have to be perfectly mixed).
Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours.
In the last 30 minutes, stir to fully combine and break up the beef into a creamy, savory mixture.
How to Serve
This comforting mixture is endlessly versatile. Here are a few delicious ways to serve it:
Over egg noodles (think: homemade Hamburger Stroganoff)
On a bed of rice for a hearty bowl meal
Mashed potatoes — the ultimate comfort pairing
Stuffed in baked potatoes for a quick dinner
Over toast or biscuits for a Southern-style treat
Bonus Tip: Make It a Freezer Meal
You can prep this ahead of time by combining all ingredients in a freezer bag. Freeze flat, then dump into the slow cooker when ready to cook. No thawing needed!
Why You’ll Make This Again (and Again)
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