Easy Beef Goulash in the Crock Pot
Warm, hearty, and irresistibly comforting, this Easy Beef Goulash in the Crock Pot is the perfect family meal for any night of the week. Made with tender ground beef, savory aromatics like garlic and onion, and a rich tomato-based broth brimming with paprika and herbs, this classic dish is slow-cooked to perfection. The addition of elbow macaroni ensures a one-pot meal that’s both satisfying and simple to prepare. With just 15 minutes of prep, the Crock Pot does all the work, leaving you with a flavorful dinner that’s ready for the table. Top it with creamy shredded cheddar cheese for an extra indulgent touch. Ideal for busy weeknights or cozy weekends, this easy slow cooker goulash is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 3 cloves (minced) garlic
- 2 cups beef broth
- 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 15 ounces tomato sauce
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1.5 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1.5 teaspoons dried basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups elbow macaroni pasta
- 1.5 cups (optional) shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned and fully cooked, breaking it into crumbles. Drain the grease and transfer the beef to the Crock Pot.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the Crock Pot with the cooked beef.
Pour in the beef broth, canned diced tomatoes (with their juices), and tomato sauce.
Stir in the paprika, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours, or until the flavors have melded together.
About 30 minutes before serving, add the elbow macaroni pasta to the Crock Pot and stir well to submerge the pasta in the liquid. Cover and continue cooking on low for 30 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper as needed.
Ladle the goulash into bowls and top with shredded cheddar cheese if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3089 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 171.0 g | 219% | |
| Saturated Fat | 76.2 g | 381% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 519 mg | 173% | |
| Sodium | 7119 mg | 310% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 231.2 g | 84% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.5 g | 105% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.9 g | ||
| Protein | 167.5 g | 335% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1672 mg | 129% | |
| Iron | 18.4 mg | 102% | |
| Potassium | 3524 mg | 75% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
