This comforting meal brings the flavors of a classic campfire favorite straight to your table—tender beef, soft potatoes, sweet carrots, and a rich, savory broth cooked low and slow until everything is perfectly melt-in-your-mouth. Made with just four basic ingredients, it’s a complete one-pot dish inspired by simple, old-fashioned cooking.
No browning or extra prep required—just layer the ingredients, set your slow cooker, and let it do all the work. The end result is a warm, hearty meal with minimal cleanup.
Why You’ll Love It
Only 4 simple ingredients
Minimal prep with hands-off cooking
One pot for easy cleanup
Affordable and satisfying
Naturally gluten-free (just verify your broth)
Slow Cooker Hobo Dinner – Easy Comfort Food
Ingredients (6-quart slow cooker)
- 1½ lbs stew beef or cubed chuck roast
- 4 medium potatoes (Yukon Gold or red), cut into quarters
- 4 carrots, chopped into chunks
- 1 can (14.5 oz) beef broth or 2 cups water with a bouillon cube