Description
Cowboy Steak and Potato Casserole brings hearty ranch-style comfort straight to your dinner table. Layers of tender beef, crispy potatoes, and melted cheese create a satisfying meal that feels like home.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound steak
- ½ cup cooked bacon, crumbled
Produce:
- 1 ½ pound baby potatoes
- ¼ cup green onions
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Dairy and Seasonings:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Heat your oven to precisely 400°F and coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Combine 1 pound of steak pieces with 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon onion powder, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Toss 1 ½ pounds of quartered baby potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil and a pinch of salt until evenly coated.
- Spread the seasoned potatoes across the baking dish, creating an even layer that will crisp nicely.
- Bake the potatoes at 400°F for exactly 20 minutes, allowing them to develop a golden exterior.
- Remove the dish and gently stir the potatoes to ensure even cooking.
- Layer the seasoned steak pieces directly over the partially cooked potatoes, distributing them evenly.
- Return the casserole to the 400°F oven and bake for 15-18 minutes until potatoes turn tender and steak reaches your preferred doneness.
- Sprinkle 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese and ½ cup crumbled bacon across the top of the casserole.
- Bake for an additional 5 minutes until cheese melts completely and creates a golden, bubbly surface.
- Garnish with ¼ cup sliced green onions for a fresh, bright finish.
- Serve immediately with an optional dollop of ¼ cup sour cream on the side.
Notes
- Slice steak against the grain for maximum tenderness and easier chewing.
- Choose a well-marbled cut like ribeye or sirloin to ensure rich flavor and juicy meat.
- Use a meat thermometer to check steak doneness, aiming for medium-rare at 135°F for optimal taste and texture.
- For a lower-carb version, swap potatoes with cauliflower or turnips and reduce baking time by 5-10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-43 minutes
- Category: Casseroles
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 455 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 460 mg
- Fat: 29 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg