Description
Hearty Slow Cooker Cowboy Sandwiches bring bold western flavors to your dinner table with tender pulled beef packed between crusty rolls. Robust spices and rich meat combine for a satisfying meal that delivers maximum comfort without complex cooking techniques.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 1 lb (0.45 kg) ground beef
- 1 can baked beans
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 sandwich rolls
- Optional toppings: cheese, pickles
Instructions
- Sear ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it into crumbles until no pink remains and excess grease is eliminated.
- Incorporate finely diced onions into the beef, sautéing until the onions become translucent and slightly caramelized.
- Migrate the seasoned meat mixture into the slow cooker, introducing baked beans, tangy BBQ sauce, and a harmonious blend of garlic powder, chili powder, smoked paprika, kosher salt, and cracked black pepper.
- Thoroughly intermingle all ingredients, ensuring even distribution of spices and sauces throughout the meat and bean mixture.
- Allow the concoction to simmer and meld flavors on low temperature for 4-6 hours, occasionally stirring to prevent potential scorching.
- When ready to serve, generously ladle the robust beef and bean mixture onto soft, toasted sandwich rolls.
- Customize each sandwich with optional embellishments like melted cheddar cheese, crisp dill pickle slices, or additional BBQ sauce for enhanced flavor complexity.
Notes
- Customize the meat choice by swapping ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a leaner or vegetarian version.
- Enhance flavor depth by adding a splash of Worcestershire sauce or a dash of liquid smoke to intensify the BBQ profile.
- Prepare ingredients ahead of time and store the beef mixture in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, making meal prep a breeze.
- Elevate the sandwiches with homemade coleslaw or crispy onion rings for added texture and gourmet appeal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg