{"id":1754,"date":"2026-04-16T09:53:35","date_gmt":"2026-04-16T09:53:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/airfryerchickenwings.com\/slowcooker\/?p=1754"},"modified":"2026-04-16T09:53:35","modified_gmt":"2026-04-16T09:53:35","slug":"classic-homemade-beef-stew-easy-one-pot-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/airfryerchickenwings.com\/slowcooker\/classic-homemade-beef-stew-easy-one-pot-recipe\/","title":{"rendered":"Classic Homemade Beef Stew (Easy One-Pot Recipe)"},"content":{"rendered":"<header class=\"entry-header\" data-ezoic-video-excluded=\"1\">\n<h1 class=\"entry-title\"><\/h1>\n<\/header>\n<div class=\"entry-content\">\n<p>This <strong>Classic Homemade Beef Stew<\/strong> is the ultimate comfort food\u2014rich, hearty, and packed with flavor. Made in just one pot, it\u2019s filled with tender beef, chunky potatoes, and sweet carrots, all simmered in a savory broth. Whether you\u2019re cooking it in the oven, stovetop, slow cooker, or Instant Pot, this stew is simple, satisfying, and perfect for chilly nights.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\" data-ezoic-video-excluded=\"1\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-7164 lazyloaded\" src=\"http:\/\/snackonmeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/image-3.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 617px) 100vw, 617px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/snackonmeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/image-3.png 617w, https:\/\/snackonmeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/image-3-250x300.png 250w\" alt=\"\" width=\"617\" height=\"741\" data-src=\"http:\/\/snackonmeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/image-3.png\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/snackonmeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/image-3.png 617w, https:\/\/snackonmeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/image-3-250x300.png 250w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 617px) 100vw, 617px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why You\u2019ll Love This Beef Stew<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>One-pot meal<\/strong> \u2013 Minimal cleanup!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fork-tender beef<\/strong> \u2013 Slow-simmered for melt-in-your-mouth texture.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Flexible cooking methods<\/strong> \u2013 Oven, stovetop, crockpot, or Instant Pot.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Family favorite<\/strong> \u2013 Even picky eaters will ask for seconds.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredients You\u2019ll Need<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>2 lbs beef chuck roast<\/strong>, cut into 2-inch cubes, trimmed of excess fat<\/li>\n<li><strong>1 tsp kosher salt<\/strong> (or sea salt, to taste)<\/li>\n<li><strong>\u00bd tsp ground black pepper<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>2 tbsp gluten-free all-purpose flour<\/strong> (or use regular flour if not GF)<\/li>\n<li><strong>2 tbsp olive oil<\/strong> (or avocado oil)<\/li>\n<li><strong>\u00bd yellow onion<\/strong>, roughly chopped<\/li>\n<li><strong>4 garlic cloves<\/strong>, minced<\/li>\n<li><strong>1 large carrot<\/strong> (or 2 medium), sliced into chunks<\/li>\n<li><strong>2 Yukon Gold potatoes<\/strong>, diced into 2-inch pieces<\/li>\n<li><strong>2 cups beef broth<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>\u00bc cup tomato paste<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>1 bay leaf<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>2 tsp fresh thyme leaves<\/strong>, for garnish<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"How_to_Make_Classic_Beef_Stew_Oven_Method\" class=\"ez-toc-section\"><\/span>How to Make Classic Beef Stew (Oven Method)<\/h3>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Preheat oven<\/strong> to 325\u00b0F.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Prep ingredients<\/strong>: Chop vegetables. Pat beef dry and season with salt and pepper. Toss beef with flour until evenly coated.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Brown the beef<\/strong>: In a Dutch oven over medium heat, heat olive oil. Brown beef in batches for 3\u20134 minutes on each side. Transfer to a plate.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Saut\u00e9 aromatics<\/strong>: In the same pot, add onions, garlic, and carrots. Cook for 2\u20133 minutes until lightly browned.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Deglaze &amp; build flavor<\/strong>: Add beef broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, potatoes, and bay leaf. Scrape the bottom to lift up any browned bits.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Simmer &amp; roast<\/strong>: Return beef to the pot. Stir and bring to a simmer. Cover and transfer to the oven.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cook<\/strong> for 2 to 2\u00bd hours, or until the beef is tender.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Finish<\/strong>: Remove the bay leaf, season to taste, and garnish with fresh thyme.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"Stovetop_Instructions\" class=\"ez-toc-section\"><\/span>Stovetop Instructions<\/h3>\n<p>Follow all steps above but instead of baking:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cover and simmer on <strong>low heat for 60\u201390 minutes<\/strong>, stirring occasionally.<\/li>\n<li>Add more broth or water if the stew gets too thick.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"Slow_Cooker_Crockpot_Beef_Stew\" class=\"ez-toc-section\"><\/span>Slow Cooker (Crockpot) Beef Stew<\/h3>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"Quick_Method\" class=\"ez-toc-section\"><\/span><strong>Quick Method<\/strong>:<\/h4>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Add all ingredients to the slow cooker.<\/li>\n<li>Stir to combine.<\/li>\n<li>Cook on:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Low: 9\u201310 hours<\/li>\n<li>Medium: 7\u20138 hours<\/li>\n<li>High: 6\u20137 hours<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Optional: Mix \u00bd cup hot liquid with 2 tsp\u20131 tbsp cornstarch, stir back in, and cook 30 more minutes to thicken.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"Flavor-Boosted_Method\" class=\"ez-toc-section\"><\/span><strong>Flavor-Boosted Method<\/strong>:<\/h4>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Brown seasoned, floured beef in a skillet. Set aside.<\/li>\n<li>Saut\u00e9 onions, garlic, and carrots in the same skillet. Deglaze with a splash of broth.<\/li>\n<li>Transfer everything to the slow cooker with remaining ingredients. Cook as above.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<div id=\"ez-video-wrap-ez-4998\" class=\"ez-video-wrap\">\n<div class=\"ez-video-center\">\n<div class=\"ez-video-content-wrap ez-rounded-border\">\n<div id=\"ez-video-container-ez-4998\" class=\"ez-video-container ez-video-magic-redesign ez-responsive ez-float-right\">\n<div id=\"ez-video-ez-4998\" class=\"video-js ez-vid-placeholder vjs-paused vjs-fluid ez-video-ez-4998-dimensions vjs-controls-enabled vjs-workinghover vjs-v8 vjs-user-active vjs-max-quality-selector vjs-settings-menu vjs-vtt-thumbnails vjs-vtt-links vjs-share vjs-videojs-share\" lang=\"en-us\" tabindex=\"-1\" role=\"region\" translate=\"no\" aria-label=\"Video Player\">\n<div class=\"vjs-poster\" aria-disabled=\"false\"><picture class=\"vjs-poster\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/video-meta.open.video\/poster\/9MWCvHEAx0WI\/bpxEK5a4qI2_PghGfM.webp\" alt=\"video of: BEEF STEW IN A CROCKPOT\" \/><\/picture><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"Instant_Pot_Beef_Stew_Instructions\" class=\"ez-toc-section\"><\/span>Instant Pot Beef Stew Instructions<\/h3>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use <strong>Saut\u00e9 mode<\/strong> to brown seasoned, floured beef in olive oil. Remove and set aside.<\/li>\n<li>Saut\u00e9 onions and garlic for 2\u20133 minutes.<\/li>\n<li>Add broth, scraping the bottom to deglaze.<\/li>\n<li>Stir in tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce.<\/li>\n<li>Add beef back along with carrots, potatoes, and bay leaf.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pressure Cook<\/strong> on <strong>High<\/strong> for <strong>35 minutes<\/strong>. Let pressure <strong>naturally release for 10 minutes<\/strong>, then quick release.<\/li>\n<li>To thicken: mix 1 tbsp cornstarch with water and stir into the pot. Use <strong>Saut\u00e9 mode<\/strong> for 5\u201310 minutes until thickened.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"FAQs\" class=\"ez-toc-section\"><\/span>FAQs<\/h3>\n<p><strong>What\u2019s the best cut of beef for stew?<\/strong><br \/>\nBeef chuck roast is ideal for stews\u2014well-marbled and tender after slow cooking.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How do I thicken my stew?<\/strong><br \/>\nUse a cornstarch slurry (1 tbsp cornstarch + 1\u20132 tbsp liquid) and stir it in during the last 30 minutes of cooking.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Can I make this ahead?<\/strong><br \/>\nYes! This stew tastes even better the next day. Store in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"What_to_Serve_with_Beef_Stew\" class=\"ez-toc-section\"><\/span>What to Serve with Beef Stew<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Crusty bread or garlic naan<\/li>\n<li>Mashed or roasted potatoes<\/li>\n<li>Couscous or white rice<\/li>\n<li>Cauliflower mash or rice<\/li>\n<li>Roasted vegetables or side salad<\/li>\n<li>Jalape\u00f1o cornbread<\/li>\n<li>Fluffy dinner rolls<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This Classic Homemade Beef Stew is the ultimate comfort food\u2014rich, hearty, and packed with flavor. 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