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Bowl of hearty Crock Pot Cowboy Soup filled with vegetables and beans

Crock Pot Cowboy Soup

A hearty and easy-to-make soup that cooks itself in a slow cooker, perfect for busy days and using pantry ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef Can be substituted with ground turkey or chicken.
  • 1 can (15 oz) pinto beans, drained and rinsed Canned beans are a great pantry staple.
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed Canned beans are a great pantry staple.
  • to taste diced tomatoes Optional ingredient.
  • to taste corn Optional ingredient.
  • to taste seasonings (chili powder, cumin, paprika) Optional spices for added flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked.
  2. In a crock pot, combine the cooked ground beef, pinto beans, black beans, and any additional desired ingredients (such as diced tomatoes, corn, or seasonings).
  3. Stir well, cover, and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
Serving
  1. Serve hot garnished with shredded cheese, sour cream, or diced green onions.
  2. Pair with crusty bread or cornbread.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.