BBQ Slow Cooker Beef Stew Recipe
A hearty and flavorful BBQ Slow Cooker Beef Stew made with tender beef stew meat, sautéed vegetables, mushrooms, and a rich barbecue sauce. Slow-cooked to perfection, this comforting stew combines savory ingredients with a hint of smoky sweetness, ideal for a satisfying meal any day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Stew
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Proteins
- 2 pounds beef stew meat
Vegetables
- 1 cup onion, sliced
- ½ cup green pepper, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, pressed or chopped
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
Liquids and Sauces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups beef stock
- 14 ounce can tomatoes
- ⅓ cup barbecue sauce
Seasonings
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Sauté vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add sliced onion, chopped green pepper, and pressed or chopped garlic cloves. Cook for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are softened and fragrant.
- Combine in slow cooker: Transfer sautéed vegetables to the slow cooker. Add beef stew meat, beef stock, canned tomatoes, sliced mushrooms, barbecue sauce, salt, and pepper. Stir gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Slow cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 8 hours, allowing the beef to become tender and flavors to meld beautifully.
- Optional thickening: If a thicker stew is preferred, mix ¼ cup of water with 2-3 tablespoons of cornstarch until smooth. Stir this mixture into the stew and cook for an additional 15-20 minutes until thickened.
Notes
- Sautéing the vegetables before adding them to the slow cooker enhances their flavor.
- Use lean beef stew meat for a healthier option.
- The barbecue sauce adds a sweet and smoky depth to the stew; choose your favorite brand or homemade version.
- The cornstarch slurry is optional and helps thicken the stew without altering the flavor.
- This recipe can be prepared in advance by assembling all ingredients the night before and slow cooking the next day.
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