{"id":1899,"date":"2026-05-08T20:29:28","date_gmt":"2026-05-08T20:29:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/airfryerchickenwings.com\/slowcooker\/?p=1899"},"modified":"2026-05-08T20:29:28","modified_gmt":"2026-05-08T20:29:28","slug":"the-best-slow-cooker-beef-stew-recipe-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/airfryerchickenwings.com\/slowcooker\/the-best-slow-cooker-beef-stew-recipe-2\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Slow Cooker Beef Stew Recipe"},"content":{"rendered":"
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My easy slow cooker beef stew recipe is packed with flavor but super simple to throw together! Tender chunks of beef are slow-cooked in a rich, hearty broth with carrots, peas, and potatoes. This beef stew is the perfect chilly weather recipe for those busy weeknights.<\/p>\n

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Easy Slow Cooker Beef Stew Recipe<\/h2>\n
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  • The most rich, luxurious broth. <\/strong>Most slow cooker stew recipes have a broth that\u2019s too thin \u2013 more reminiscent of a soup broth. This stew has a deliciously rich \u201cstick to your ribs\u201d broth perfect for sopping up with fresh sliced, buttered bread. The sauce clings to the veggies, tender chunks of meat, and your dipping bread for the perfect bite every time!<\/li>\n
  • It\u2019s simple but delicious.<\/strong> This slow cooker beef stew is all about simplicity and incredible flavor! Just give the beef and aromatics a quick sear, toss everything into the crockpot, and let it work its magic. With tender chunks of beef, perfectly cooked potatoes, and a medley of hearty vegetables, each spoonful is rich, comforting, and deeply satisfying. Ideal for busy days or when you just want a cozy, hands-off meal that tastes like it took hours of work!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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    Ingredients for\u00a0Crockpot Beef Stew<\/h2>\n
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    • olive oil & butter<\/li>\n
    • flour<\/li>\n
    • herbs & spices: dried thyme, garlic powder, and celery salt<\/li>\n
    • stew meat (chuck roast)<\/li>\n
    • veggies: onion, celery, carrots, yellow potatoes, and peas<\/li>\n
    • garlic<\/li>\n
    • tomato paste<\/li>\n
    • Worcestershire sauce<\/li>\n
    • balsamic vinegar<\/li>\n
    • beef stock<\/li>\n
    • bay leaves<\/li>\n
    • cornstarch<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      How to Make Beef Stew in a Slow Cooker<\/h2>\n

      Dredge beef in flour, garlic powder, celery salt, salt, and pepper. Sear beef in a hot pan with olive oil then transfer to the slow cooker.<\/p>\n

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      Saute onion and celery in butter. Add garlic, tomato paste, and\u00a0dried thyme\u00a0to the pan and cook for 1 minute. Deglaze the pan with the Worcestershire sauce and\u00a0balsamic vinegar, scraping all the yummy bits off the bottom of the pan.<\/p>\n

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      Add the onion mixture to the slow cooker along with the carrots, celery, potatoes, beef stock, bay leaves, and a few large pinches of salt and pepper. Gently stir to combine.<\/p>\n

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      Cook on high for 4-5 hours or on low for 8-10 hours. Combine 3 tablespoons cornstarch with 3 tablespoons cold water. Stir in the slurry along with the frozen peas and cook for 1 hour on high.<\/p>\n

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      Season to taste with salt and pepper and enjoy!<\/p>\n

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      Tips for Making the Best Slow Cooker Beef Stew<\/h2>\n