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Crockpot Cheeseburgers

Delicious and creamy cheeseburgers made easily in a slow cooker, perfect for gatherings.

  • Total Time: 255 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1 ½ pounds lean ground beef
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 8 ounces Velveeta cheese, cubed
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons mustard
  • Buns, for serving
  • Cheese slices, for serving
  • Pickles, for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add lean ground beef and diced onion. Cook until beef is browned and no longer pink, and onions are translucent.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Transfer the cooked beef mixture to a slow cooker. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in cubed Velveeta cheese, ketchup, and mustard until well combined.
  5. Cover and cook on low heat for 3 to 4 hours. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking and flavor distribution.
  6. Scoop the cheesy beef mixture onto buns. Top with additional cheese slices and pickles for a classic cheeseburger experience.

Notes

For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños or hot sauce. You can also use different types of cheese or substitute the ground beef with turkey or chicken.

  • Author: jessica-baker
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 240 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: None

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: crockpot, cheeseburgers, slow cooker, easy meal