Slow Cooker Beef, Potato & Vegetable Stew

Tender chunks of beef, golden potatoes, sweet baby carrots, broccoli, and onions simmered low and slow in a rich, savory broth. This hearty crockpot stew is the ultimate cozy comfort food—easy to prepare and perfect for a satisfying family dinner!

🛒 Ingredients

• 2 lb beef chuck roast, cut into bite-size chunks
• 1½ lb baby potatoes, quartered
• 2 cups baby carrots
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 cups beef broth
• 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried rosemary
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp flour, optional, for thickening
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Season the beef: Pat the beef dry and season with salt, pepper, paprika, thyme, and rosemary.
2. Brown the beef: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the beef on all sides, working in batches if needed.
3. Add to slow cooker: Place the chopped onion and garlic in the bottom of the slow cooker. Add the browned beef, potatoes, and carrots.
4. Add the broth: Whisk together the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and tomato paste. Pour over the beef and vegetables.
5. Slow cook: Cover and cook on LOW for 7–8 hours or HIGH for 4–5 hours, until the beef is fork-tender.
6. Add broccoli: Stir in the broccoli during the final 30–45 minutes so it stays tender without becoming overly soft.
7. Thicken if desired: Mix flour with a little cold water to form a smooth slurry. Stir it into the stew during the last 20–30 minutes of cooking.
8. Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm with plenty of the flavorful broth.

💡 Pro Tip

For the richest flavor, brown the beef before adding it to the crockpot. If you prefer a thicker stew, mash a few potato pieces into the broth near the end of cooking.

❤️ Description

This slow cooker beef stew is loaded with tender beef, buttery potatoes, sweet carrots, and fresh broccoli in a comforting savory broth. It’s an easy dump-and-slow-cook dinner that’s perfect for chilly evenings, busy weeknights, or a cozy Sunday meal.