Easiest Crock Pot Beef Stew Recipe Ever

Easiest Crock Pot Beef Stew Recipe Ever. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to the most tender, flavorful beef stew in a slow cooker. This hearty, cozy stew is perfect for chilly winter nights. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Try this Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef for another easy dinner idea and Pair this stew with a quick and easy 20-Minute Ground Turkey Taco Skillet.

What You'll Need for Easiest Crock Pot Beef Stew Recipe Ever

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 2 lbs beef stew meat
• 1 lb potatoes
• 1 lb carrots
• 1 onion
• 3 cloves garlic
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• Optional: Fresh parsley
• Optional: Crusty bread

How to Make Easiest Crock Pot Beef Stew Recipe Ever

1. Step 1: Place beef stew meat in the slow cooker.
2. Step 2: Add potatoes, carrots, onion, garlic, and seasonings.
3. Step 3: Pour in beef broth.
4. Step 4: Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.

Storing & Reheating Easiest Crock Pot Beef Stew Recipe Ever

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare ahead and freeze for an easy meal later.

Freezing Easiest Crock Pot Beef Stew Recipe Ever

Freeze for up to 3 months.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 20 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a richer flavor, sear the beef before adding it to the slow cooker.
• Best substitution: Substitute beef with chicken or pork for a different flavor.
• Make-ahead: Prepare the stew the night before and refrigerate. Cook in the morning.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved.
• Troubleshooting: If the stew is too thin, thicken with a cornstarch slurry.

Easiest Crock Pot Beef Stew Recipe Ever

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Prep

15 mins

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Cook

4-8 hrs

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Total

4-8 hrs 15 mins

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Serves

6 servings

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Diet

Gluten-free

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 2 lbs beef stew meat
• 1 lb potatoes
• 1 lb carrots
• 1 onion
• 3 cloves garlic
• 2 cups beef broth

Seasonings

• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp thyme
• 1 bay leaf

Optional Toppings

• Fresh parsley
• Crusty bread

Instructions

1. Step 1: Place beef stew meat in the slow cooker.
2. Step 2: Add potatoes, carrots, onion, garlic, and seasonings.
3. Step 3: Pour in beef broth.
4. Step 4: Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a richer flavor, sear the beef before adding it to the slow cooker.
• Best substitution: Substitute beef with chicken or pork for a different flavor.
• Make-ahead: Prepare the stew the night before and refrigerate. Cook in the morning.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved.
• Troubleshooting: If the stew is too thin, thicken with a cornstarch slurry.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days.
• Freezer: Freeze for up to 3 months.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 20 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes.
• Make ahead: Prepare ahead and freeze for an easy meal later.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 40g
• Fat: 15g
• Carbs: 35g
• Fiber: 4g
• Sugar: 6g
• Sodium: 700mg
• Cholesterol: 120mg
• Sat. Fat: 6g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

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