Prep the crockpot: Lightly grease the crockpot with cooking spray or a little butter.
Layer the ingredients:
Spread the diced potatoes on the bottom.
Add the diced steak and onions on top.
Sprinkle garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika over everything.
Mix cheese & cream: In a small bowl, combine 1 cup shredded cheddar, sour cream, and milk. Pour this mixture over the potatoes and steak.
Cook: Cover and cook on low for 4–5 hours or until potatoes are tender and steak is cooked to your liking. (For faster cooking, use high for 2–3 hours, but low gives the best tenderness.)
Add toppings: Sprinkle crumbled bacon and extra cheddar cheese on top. Cover for another 5–10 minutes until cheese is melted.
Serve: Garnish with chopped chives or green onions. Enjoy hot, straight from the crockpot!
✨ Tips & Variations
Add mushrooms or bell peppers for extra veggies.
Use pepper jack cheese for a spicy twist.
For a more indulgent version, drizzle a little ranch dressing or buttery sauce on top before serving.
If you want, I can also create a fully loaded, step-by-step version with extra creamy sauce and crispy topping, almost like a crockpot loaded baked potato casserole — it’s absolutely irresistible!
