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Slow Cooker Beef and Potato Au Gratin

by Sarah Olson on March 18, 2020 180 Comments

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This Slow Cooker Beef and Potato Au Gratin is an easy from-scratch hearty meal! 

I love a hearty one-pot meal in the slow cooker like this one and my Seasoned Chicken and Veggies Recipe or Homestyle Pot Roast Dinner.

Slow Cooker Beef and Potato Au Gratin

I can eat au gratin potatoes by the plate full! I decided to add ground beef to homemade potatoes au gratin and came up with this fabulous hearty meal.

I really enjoyed creating this recipe. I knew that the potatoes would need some heavy seasoning, so I went heavy with the salt and pepper, but also added garlic powder, paprika and parsley.

Cooked Beef and Potato Au Gratin

The potatoes go in the slow cooker peeled, though I don’t mind skin on for most recipes this one tastes great without.

How to make Beef and Potato Au Gratin in the crockpot:

  • Brown ground beef on the stovetop, add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Peel russet potatoes and lay them on the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker.
  • In a small bowl combine the paprika, garlic powder, parsley, salt and pepper.
  • Add half of the potatoes in the slow cooker. Sprinkle over half of the onions, half of the seasonings, half of the meat, and half of the cheese. Repeat the layers again.
  • Drizzle over the broth.
  • Cover and cook on HIGH for 4 hours. (see full recipe below)
Beef and Potatoe Au Gratin in crockpot on spatula.

Can I use bacon instead of ground beef?

Yes! Brown one package (12-16 ounces) of bacon, crumble and use in place of the beef in this recipe.

Can I use a different type of potato?

Use any type of potato in this recipe just be sure to thinly slice them.

  • Red Potatoes
  • Gold Potatoes
  • White Potatoes
Plated Potatoes Au Gratin with Beef

How to serve Beef and Potato Au Gratin:

  • Serve as a main dish.
  • If desired add a green salad or steamed green veggies.
  • Enjoy!

Does your family enjoy ground beef? Try more of my ground beef recipes:

  • Slow Cooker John Wayne Casserole
  • Slow Cooker Land Your Man Baked Beans
  • Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak
  • Slow Cooker Porcupine Meatballs
  • Slow Cooker Chuck Wagon Chili
  • Slow Cooker Hamburger Hash
Beef and Potato Au Gratin in crockpot on spatula

Slow Cooker Beef and Potatoes Au Gratin

4.91 from 72 votes
Beef, Potatoes and Cheese layered in the slow cooker.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Beef and Potato Au Gratin
Prep Time: 25 minutes
4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 556kcal
Author: Sarah Olson

Equipment Needed:

  • Slow Cooker- 6 quart or larger

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb. ground beef plus a touch of salt and pepper to season
  • 3 lbs. peeled russet potatoes sliced a ¼ inch thick (about 7 cups total after being sliced)
  • 1 cup thinly sliced white onion
  • 1 tsp. paprika
  • 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1 tsp. parsley
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp. pepper
  • 3 cups shredded sharp cheese
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth or beef broth
US Customary – Metric

Instructions:

  • Brown the ground beef on the stove top, drain fat. Add a touch of salt and pepper to season.
  • In a small bowl combine the paprika, garlic powder, parsley, salt and pepper.
  • Add half of the potatoes in the slow cooker. Sprinkle over half of the onions, half of the seasonings, half of the meat, and half of the cheese. Repeat the layers again.
  • Drizzle over the broth evenly over the layers.
  • Cover and cook on high for 4 hours. Do not open the lid during the cooking time or the potatoes will not get soft.
  • Serve and enjoy!

How to Video:

Recipe Notes:

Can I use a different kind of potato?
Yes, any kind of potato will work fine as long as you thinly slice them.
Can I use bacon isntead of ground beef?
Yes, you can use 12-16 ounces of cooked and crumbled bacon instead of ground beef.
 

Nutrition:

Calories: 556kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 108mg | Sodium: 874mg | Potassium: 1317mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1040IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 454mg | Iron: 4mg
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Need an Instant Pot Version of this? Try this version:

Instant Pot Beef and Potato Au Gratin from The Centsable Shoppin’

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    Comments

    1. Carrie says

      December 12, 2020 at 3:17 pm

      Can you cook on low for 7-8 hours?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        December 12, 2020 at 4:21 pm

        I have not tested it. Casseroles like this one can burn on the edges for that long.

        Reply
      • And they came out wonderful. My husband who likes my cooking absolutely loved this! Good recipe and good job magical slow cooker. says

        January 19, 2021 at 11:57 am

        There is no way you can cook it that long. At the four hour time limit the potatoes were completely done and any longer they would’ve scorched. Are used old age cheese and I absolutely loved it. I followed this recipe And they came out wonderful. My husband who likes my cooking absolutely loved this! Good recipe and good job magical slow cooker.

        Reply
    2. Barb Wonderly says

      November 24, 2020 at 7:06 am

      Can you use dehydrated potatoes

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        November 24, 2020 at 8:58 am

        I have not tried, I apologize. I would think it would need more liquid if so.

        Reply
    3. Debbie VanPatten says

      November 19, 2020 at 4:21 am

      Can u use kielbasa sausage instead of hamburger

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        November 19, 2020 at 7:58 am

        I think that should work fine!

        Reply
    4. Desiree A Bermani says

      November 18, 2020 at 8:54 am

      5 stars
      Very good! I halved the salt and doubled the pepper. Didn’t have stock so I used the pan drippings supplemented with water, but I misread the recipe and used 8 oz.

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        November 18, 2020 at 10:01 am

        Glad you enjoyed it and were able to make adjustments to your taste.

        Reply
      • Barbara Wood says

        November 18, 2020 at 5:24 pm

        4 stars
        I made this and it was very good. I’ll use this again, maybe try it with leftover Christmas ham. However, 4 hours on high burnt the edges, so I’ll adjust it next time. thanks

        Reply
    5. Moira Love says

      November 2, 2020 at 9:53 am

      Can you halve the ingredients for less people and if so less cooking time ? Also could I use casserole beef instead of the ground beef ? Ymthanks hoping to make this as soon as I hear back from you. Thank you.

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        November 2, 2020 at 10:39 am

        I would stick with ground beef, I don’t think cubed beef would get tender enough in this recipe. The timing would have to be tested, potatoes take quite a bit of time.

        Reply
    6. Debra Ross says

      October 27, 2020 at 12:37 pm

      Cooking 4 hrs.,seems that it dries it out.
      What can I do?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        October 27, 2020 at 1:30 pm

        You could add more broth, or slice your potatoes thinner and you won’t have to cook as long.

        Reply
    7. Alyanna Ojastro says

      October 26, 2020 at 6:59 am

      Can I use parmesan cheese instead?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        October 26, 2020 at 8:01 am

        Yes! I have another potato recipe (campfire potatoes) that uses parmesan and it’s great.

        Reply
    8. Christopher Lupold says

      October 24, 2020 at 1:08 pm

      3 stars
      Potatoes perfectly tender…perfect texture.. pleasing to the eye.. but the taste…mediocre at best. I dusted my plate with salt and pepper and it still was kinda bland…and bitter. Sorry

      Reply
      • Leo says

        December 13, 2020 at 1:25 pm

        That’s your fault for not seasoning well. I’m pretty sure if you followed her directions it would have taste….ijs

        Reply
    9. Linda says

      October 13, 2020 at 7:48 am

      Can I use something other than chicken broth

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        October 13, 2020 at 7:55 am

        Beef broth if you have it.

        Reply
    10. Valerie Y says

      October 11, 2020 at 10:37 am

      5 stars
      Would definitely recommend. Turned out very flavorful.

      Reply
    11. Glenn says

      October 10, 2020 at 8:14 pm

      Would it throw off the recipe to add more ground beef?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        October 10, 2020 at 8:32 pm

        It will be fine 🙂

        Reply
    12. Teri says

      October 9, 2020 at 4:18 pm

      Can you add sour cream or cream of chicken soup?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        October 9, 2020 at 4:38 pm

        I don’t see why not!

        Reply
    13. Anonymous says

      October 4, 2020 at 11:42 am

      5 stars
      yum was delicious

      Reply
    14. Susan says

      September 27, 2020 at 3:41 pm

      Made this tonight. Good taste, but came out pretty greasy and the cheese was pretty much not visible. The beef was drained and cheese put in at the beginning of the cook as in the directions. I think putting the cheese in the last 20 minutes as someone suggested would be best to solve that problem. Any thought on what there was so much grease? Would like to make again and try to get a dryer version.

      Reply
      • sherry says

        October 6, 2020 at 4:34 am

        did you use real cheese or artificial cheese food?

        Reply
        • Sarah Olson says

          October 6, 2020 at 6:56 am

          Real cheese

          Reply
    15. Jerrica says

      September 5, 2020 at 8:00 am

      Can this become a freezer meal?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        September 5, 2020 at 8:21 am

        I’ve never had luck with potaotes in the freezer.

        Reply
    16. Brittney says

      August 24, 2020 at 10:48 am

      Can I add a can of corn??

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        August 24, 2020 at 10:56 am

        Yes, I would drain it well.

        Reply
    17. Anne says

      August 11, 2020 at 6:36 am

      Could this be made in the oven instead?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        August 11, 2020 at 9:24 am

        I don’t see why not.

        Reply
    18. Wilma Dickerson says

      July 25, 2020 at 5:59 am

      5 stars
      It was so good, and not difficult to make

      Reply
    19. Wilma Dickerson says

      July 21, 2020 at 3:40 pm

      5 stars
      Yum! Next time I would add a whole cup of broth

      Reply
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