Slow Cooker Beef Tips with Rich Onion Gravy

Description

These Slow Cooker Beef Tips with Rich Onion Gravy are tender, juicy, and packed with deep savory flavor. Beef chunks slowly cook with sweet onions, garlic, and a rich brown gravy until the meat is fork-tender and the sauce is thick, glossy, and delicious. Serve over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles for the ultimate comfort-food dinner!

Ingredients

• 2 lb (900 g) beef stew meat or chuck roast, cut into chunks
• 1 large onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• 3 tbsp cold water
• Fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

1. Place the beef chunks in the slow cooker and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and thyme.
2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic.
3. In a bowl, whisk together beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and tomato paste. Pour over the beef.
4. Add the butter and gently stir everything together.
5. Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until the beef is very tender.
6. About 20–30 minutes before serving, mix the cornstarch with cold water to make a smooth slurry.
7. Stir the slurry into the slow cooker. Cover and cook on HIGH for another 15–20 minutes, until the gravy thickens.
8. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles.

🍽️ Serving Idea

For the ultimate comfort meal, spoon these tender beef tips and plenty of onion gravy over creamy mashed potatoes and serve with steamed green beans or roasted vegetables.

❓Q&A

Can I use chuck roast?
Yes! Chuck roast works beautifully. Cut it into bite-sized chunks before slow cooking.

Can I make this without cornstarch?
Yes. You can allow the gravy to reduce naturally, or use a small amount of flour mixed with water.

Can I prepare it ahead of time?
Absolutely. The flavors become even richer after resting overnight. Refrigerate and gently reheat before serving.

What goes best with beef tips?
Mashed potatoes, egg noodles, rice, roasted vegetables, or crusty bread are all excellent choices.