Slow Cooker Potato Beef Hash

This slow cooker potato beef hash is an easy, hearty dinner made with just four simple ingredients. Tender russet potatoes, seasoned ground beef, sliced onion, and creamy mushroom soup cook together in the crockpot for a comforting meal that requires very little hands-on preparation.

It’s an excellent choice for busy weeknights when you want an easy slow cooker dinner without a long ingredient list. The potatoes become tender while the beef cooks underneath, and the creamy soup brings everything together into a rich, satisfying hash.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
• 2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
• 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
• 1 can (10.5 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup

How to Make Slow Cooker Potato Beef Hash

1. Lightly grease a 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray or a little oil.
2. Add the raw ground beef to the bottom of the crockpot and break it into smaller pieces.
3. Spread the sliced onion evenly over the ground beef.
4. Arrange the thinly sliced russet potatoes over the onion in an even layer.
5. Spoon the condensed cream of mushroom soup over the potatoes and spread it as evenly as possible.
6. Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until the potatoes are tender and the ground beef reaches a safe internal temperature.
7. Stir everything together before serving so the beef, potatoes, onions, and creamy sauce are evenly combined.
8. Serve hot with your favorite vegetable or a simple green salad.

Why You’ll Love This Easy Crockpot Dinner

Only 4 ingredients: This recipe keeps dinner simple with inexpensive, easy-to-find ingredients.

Minimal prep: There’s no complicated cooking process. Layer the ingredients, turn on the slow cooker, and let it do most of the work.

Budget-friendly: Ground beef and potatoes are affordable staples that can stretch into a filling family meal.

Comforting and filling: Tender potatoes, savory beef, sweet onion, and creamy mushroom sauce create classic old-fashioned comfort food.

Great for busy weeknights: Most of the preparation can be done in just a few minutes, making this a convenient make-ahead-style dinner.

Easy to customize: Add cheese, extra vegetables, or your favorite seasonings to change the flavor without changing the basic method.

Helpful Tips

Slice the potatoes evenly: Aim for slices around 1/8 inch thick. Consistent slices help the potatoes cook at approximately the same rate.

Make cleanup easier: Lightly grease the slow cooker or use a slow cooker liner before adding the ingredients.

Try different cream soups: Cream of celery or cream of onion soup can replace the cream of mushroom soup for a slightly different flavor.

Add cheddar cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheddar over the cooked hash during the final 10–15 minutes for a cheesy variation.

Add extra flavor: A little garlic powder, black pepper, paprika, or dried parsley can give the dish more flavor without adding much extra preparation.

Prepare ahead: Slice the potatoes and onion ahead of time and refrigerate them separately. When you’re ready to cook, simply layer the ingredients in the slow cooker.

What to Serve With Potato Beef Hash

This hearty slow cooker ground beef and potatoes recipe pairs well with:

• Steamed green beans
• Buttered peas
• A simple green salad
• Roasted vegetables
• Warm dinner rolls
• Toast or biscuits
• Pickles or hot sauce for extra flavor

Recipe Benefits at a Glance

• 4 simple ingredients
• Family-friendly comfort food
• Budget-conscious meal
• Easy crockpot preparation
• Minimal hands-on cooking
• Great for busy weeknights
• Easy to customize
• Makes approximately 6 servings