❤️ Introduction
This Slow Cooker Beef Tips & Gravy is the definition of ultimate comfort food! Tender, melt-in-your-mouth chunks of beef simmer for hours in a rich, savory, and deeply flavorful brown gravy loaded with onions, garlic, and herbs. Served hot over a pillowy bed of buttery mashed potatoes, this easy set-it-and-forget-it meal will instantly warm you up. 🤤
🛒 Ingredients
- The Main Ingredients:
- 2 lbs (900 g) beef chuck roast or pre-cut stew meat, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 1 packet (1 oz) brown gravy mix or beef au jus gravy mix
- 1 packet (1 oz) onion soup mix
- 2 cups (480 ml) beef broth
- 1 medium yellow onion, sliced into thin wedges
- 4–5 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp dried thyme or Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp cold water (optional, for thickening the gravy at the end)
- For Serving:
- Prepared mashed potatoes (homemade or instant)
- Fresh chopped parsley (for garnish)
👩🍳 Instructions
- Prep the Slow Cooker: Lightly spray the inside of a 6-quart slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray for easy cleanup.
- Add the Beef: Place the cubed beef chuck roast or stew meat evenly across the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Layer the Aromatics: Scatter the sliced onion wedges and minced garlic directly over and around the beef chunks.
- Add Seasonings and Sauces: Pour the Worcestershire sauce over the beef. Sprinkle the brown gravy mix packet, onion soup mix packet, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper evenly across the top.
- Pour the Broth: Pour the beef broth over the entire mixture. Give everything a very gentle stir to combine the liquids and seasonings while keeping the beef distributed.
- Slow Cook 🔥: Cover the slow cooker securely with the lid and cook on:
- LOW for 6–8 hours
- or
- HIGH for 4–5 hours
- (Note: The beef is ready when it is fork-tender and practically falls apart with a gentle touch.)
- Thicken the Gravy (Optional): If you prefer a thicker, glossier gravy, whisk the cornstarch and cold water together in a small bowl, then stir it into the slow cooker during the last 30 minutes of cooking. Cover and let it bubble on HIGH until thickened.
- Serve: Spoon a generous mound of hot, buttery mashed potatoes onto plates, create a slight well in the center, and ladle the tender beef tips and rich, glossy brown gravy right over the top. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and enjoy!
⭐ Tips for the BEST Results
- 🥩 Cut size: Cut your beef chuck roast into uniform 1.5 to 2-inch cubes so they cook evenly and soak up maximum flavor from the gravy.
- 🥔 Mashed potato pairing: The rich gravy is designed to be soaked up, so serve this over thick, creamy mashed potatoes (or even buttered egg noodles) for the ultimate experience.
🍽️ What to Serve With It
- 🥔 A massive helping of creamy homemade or garlic mashed potatoes
- 🥖 Warm French bread or dinner rolls to mop up every last drop of gravy
- 🥦 Steamed green beans, roasted broccoli, or glazed carrots
🧊 Storage & Freezing
- Refrigerator: Store leftover beef tips and gravy in an airtight container for 3–4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.
- Freezer: This dish freezes exceptionally well! Let it cool completely, then transfer to a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
📋 Recipe Card
Cubed Beef Chuck + Onion Soup Mix + Brown Gravy Mix + Beef Broth + Worcestershire Sauce = The ultimate slow cooker tender beef tips and gravy over mashed potatoes! 🥩🥔🔥