Texas Cowboy Stew
Texas Cowboy Stew is a bold and hearty one-pot dish that’s loaded with ground beef, sausage, beans, and potatoes in a flavorful broth. This comforting and satisfying meal is perfect for feeding a crowd, making it ideal for family dinners or casual gatherings.
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 409kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef 80/20 ground beef is fine
- 1 pound smoked sausage or kielbasa sausage sliced into ½-inch rounds
- 1 medium yellow onion chopped, about 1 ½ cups
- ½ green bell pepper diced
- 3 cloves garlic finely chopped, about 1 tablespoon
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 ¾ teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups beef stock
- 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes cut into ½-inch pieces, about 3 cups
- 15.5 ounces canned kidney beans 2 cans, drained and rinsed
- 28 ounces canned fire-roasted tomatoes diced
- 1 cup frozen corn niblets
- 14.5 ounces canned Rotel tomatoes
- ½ teaspoon chipotle powder
- cheddar cheese shredded, optional garnish
- green onions sliced, optional garnish
Instructions
- Heat a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up into smaller pieces as it cooks (about 4–6 minutes).
- Add the smoked sausage, onion, garlic, chili powder, salt, cumin, and black pepper to the pot. Cook, stirring frequently, until the sausage browns and the onion softens (about 6 minutes).
- Stir in the beef stock, potatoes, kidney beans, fire-roasted tomatoes, frozen corn, and Rotel tomatoes. Sprinkle in the chipotle powder for a smoky kick.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Let it simmer, stirring occasionally, for 45–50 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the flavors have melded.
- Ladle the stew into bowls and garnish with shredded cheddar cheese and sliced green onions. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
Chef Jenn’s Tips
- Yukon Gold potatoes are creamy and hold their shape well, but russet potatoes are a great alternative.
- Don’t skip this—it adds a smoky depth that makes the stew stand out.
- For a spicier kick, use hot Rotel or add your favorite hot sauce.
- This stew tastes even better the next day, so it’s perfect for leftovers or meal prep.
Nutrition
Serving: 1.5cup | Calories: 409kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 64mg | Sodium: 1368mg | Potassium: 1004mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 949IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 95mg | Iron: 4mg