Tender Crockpot Beef Tips Recipe Easy Homemade Beef Tips with Rich Gravy for Dinner
Tender crockpot beef tips slow-cooked in a rich, savory gravy, perfect for comforting family dinners or special occasions. This easy recipe uses simple ingredients and slow simmering to create melt-in-your-mouth beef with a flavorful gravy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 to 8 hours (slow cooker low) or 3 to 4 hours (slow cooker high)
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes to 8 hours 15 minutes (slow cooker low) or 3 hours 15 minutes to 4 hours 15 minutes (slow cooker high)
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 2 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups low sodium beef broth
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or cornstarch for gluten-free)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or fresh if available)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Optional: sliced mushrooms
Instructions
- Pat the beef chuck cubes dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper (about 1 teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon pepper per pound).
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the beef cubes in batches for about 3 minutes per side until a rich crust forms. Transfer browned beef to the crockpot.
- In the same skillet, sauté diced onions for 2-3 minutes until softened and translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour over the onions and garlic. Stir constantly for 1-2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste.
- Slowly whisk in 2 cups beef broth, scraping up browned bits from the pan. Stir in Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Pour the gravy mixture over the browned beef in the crockpot. Add optional sliced mushrooms if using. Dot the top with 2 tablespoons of butter.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until beef is fork-tender and gravy is thick and luscious.
- Before serving, stir the gravy. If too thin, mix 1 tablespoon flour or cornstarch with 2 tablespoons cold water and stir in. Cook on high for another 10-15 minutes until thickened.
Notes
Do not skip browning the beef as it adds depth of flavor. Use room temperature beef for even browning. If gravy is too thin, thicken with a flour or cornstarch slurry near the end. Mushrooms are optional but add great umami flavor. For gluten-free, substitute flour with cornstarch or tapioca starch. For dairy-free, use olive oil or dairy-free butter substitutes instead of butter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approxima
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 25
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