If you’re looking for a comforting, one-pot meal that practically cooks itself, this crock pot beef stew recipe is a must-try. Inspired by classic slow cooker techniques, this dish is packed with tender beef, hearty vegetables, and a rich, flavorful broth.
🥘 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Minimal prep, maximum flavor
- Perfect for busy days, just set and forget
- Loaded with protein, veggies, and comforting taste
- Great for meal prep and leftovers
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🛒 Ingredients
Here’s everything you’ll need to make this delicious crock pot beef stew:
- 1.5–2 lbs beef chuck (cut into cubes)
- 3–4 potatoes (chopped)
- 3 carrots (sliced)
- 2 celery stalks (chopped)
- 1 onion (diced)
- 3–4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tbsp tomato paste (optional)
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp flour (for coating beef)
- Salt & black pepper (to taste)
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1–2 bay leaves
👉 These ingredients create a rich, hearty stew with classic flavors and tender meat when slow-cooked
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👩🍳 Step-by-Step: How to Make Crock Pot Beef Stew
Step 1: Prep the Beef
- Cut beef into bite-sized cubes
- Toss with flour, salt, pepper, and paprika
Step 2: Optional Searing (Recommended)
- Heat oil in a pan
- Brown the beef for extra flavor
👉 Searing enhances taste by caramelizing the meat before slow cooking
Step 3: Load the Crock Pot
Add the following into your slow cooker:
- Beef
- Potatoes, carrots, celery, onion
- Garlic
- Beef broth
- Worcestershire sauce
- Tomato paste
Mix everything well.
Step 4: Slow Cook
- Cook on LOW for 8–10 hours or
- Cook on HIGH for 4–6 hours
👉 Slow cooking breaks down collagen in beef, making it tender and juicy
Step 5: Final Touch
- Remove bay leaves
- Taste and adjust seasoning
- Optional: thicken with cornstarch slurry
Serve hot with bread or rice!
🍽️ Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
Nutritional values may vary, but here’s an approximate range:
- Calories: 260–415 kcal
- Protein: 22–40 g
- Carbohydrates: 22–42 g
- Fat: 7–23 g
- Fiber: 3–7 g
👉 Values depend on ingredients and portion size
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💡 Tips for the Best Beef Stew
- Use beef chuck for the most tender results
- Don’t skip the slow cooking time.
- Cut veggies evenly for uniform cooking
- Add peas or mushrooms for extra flavor
