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A steaming bowl of hearty cowboy stew with meat and vegetables

Quick way to grow Cowboy Stew in 30 minutes

This recipe provides a quick and efficient method to prepare a delicious Cowboy Stew in just 30 minutes, perfect for a hearty meal on a busy day.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Stirring spoon

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 15 oz canned diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 15 oz canned kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 15 oz canned corn, drained
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

Instructions
 

Cooking Steps

  • Brown the ground beef in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, then drain any excess fat.
  • Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot and cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
  • Stir in the diced tomatoes, kidney beans, corn, beef broth, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
  • Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  • Serve hot and garnish with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped fresh cilantro.

Notes

For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a chopped jalapeño with the onion and garlic.