Finally, the cooler weather is setting in and I am so ready for some comfort food! This recipe is The Easiest Slow Cooker Beef Stew you will ever make, super flavorful, and perfect all winter long! Tender steak, vegetables, in a hearty thick stew you will make over and over again.

Many of you may not look forward to the colder months, but both my husband and I love it. He loves ice fishing and snow. I personally love having a variety of seasons, and here in Michigan we see it all. We obviously do a lot of cooking outside on our Blackstone and on our smoker during the nicer months. Sometimes you need variety with the food, too. That is when the slow cooker and comfort foods come into play. Last year I made my Irish Beef Stew which had a few more steps, this is an easier beef stew recipe.

What you will love about the easiest slow cooker beef stew recipe

This easy beef stew recipe comes together effortlessly in the slow cooker and cooks to perfection. I am not one to use too many “canned soups” in my cooking, but sometimes when you want quick prep and need something easy, you use what you have. This beef stew uses sirloin steak, fresh vegetables, and a couple cans of soup…Seriously easy, hearty, and perfect for us busy people!

What you need for this Slow Cooker Beef Stew

Slow Cooker or Dutch oven
Sirloin Steak
Carrots
Celery
Potatoes
Cream of Mushroom Soup
Cream of Celery Soup
Tomato Soup
Onion Soup Mix Packet

So yes, just eight ingredients. And basically you are dumping it in, setting it, and forgetting it. And that is how I like my slow cooker recipes. NO EXTRA STEPS. The meat is tender and the stew is rich and flavorful.

How to make the Easiest Slow Cooker Beef Stew

Step 1: Prep ingredients

First start by washing and prepping your vegetables and potatoes. Then cut up your sirloin steak.

Next add the beef and vegetables to the slow cooker.

Step 2: Add ingredients to slow cooker

Then add in the canned soups, the dry onion soup mix, and stir it all up.

Step 3: Set it and forget it

Then cover and let cook on low for eight hours. Then serve hot with some fresh bread or crackers. I promise you this one is worth it. So please give it a try, and if you make it, come on back and let me know how you liked it. Enjoy!

the easiest slow cooker beef stew recipe

What to serve with this easy slow cooker beef stew recipe

Salad: Caprese Spinach Salad

Sides: One Bowl Parmesan Chive Bread

Dessert: Sea Salted Caramel Poke Cake

Substitutions & Additions

beef stew meat, chuck roast, another cut of steak
Sliced mushrooms, onions, green beans, peas

Questions:

Do the vegetables get soggy?

I left the veggies chunky and they were perfect so just slice and chop a little bigger than normal.

How to store beef stew

This beef stew would be great in the refrigerator for up to three days. Otherwise you can always freeze in for another weeknight meal.

Can I make this beef stew in the oven?

Yes! If you have a Dutch Oven follow same steps and cook in the oven at 275 degrees for the same amount of time.

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Like this recipe? make sure to check out my:

Slow Cooker Pub Style Sandwiches

Traditional Irish Beef Stew

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