Crockpot Beef & Bone Broth Stew with Root Vegetables
A deeply flavorful, slow-simmered stew using bone broth for collagen-rich depth, featuring tender beef and low-carb root vegetables for a comforting keto meal. This american-inspired slow cooker (keto) ready in about 495 minutes pairs cubed Chuck roast, Low-sodium beef bone broth, Beef broth for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs, cubed Chuck roast
- 2 cups Low-sodium beef bone broth
- 1 cup Beef broth
- 2 medium, chopped Carrots
- 2 stalks, chopped Celery
- 1, diced Onion
- 4 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1 tsp, dried Thyme
- 1/2 tsp, dried Rosemary
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tbsp Arrowroot powder
- 2 tbsp Water
Instructions
- Step 1: Season cubed chuck roast with salt and pepper, then heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear beef in batches for 2 minutes per side until deeply browned, then transfer to a slow cooker.
- Step 2: Add diced onion, celery, carrots, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 3 minutes until softened, then stir in dried thyme and rosemary. Pour in beef bone broth and beef broth, scraping up any browned bits, and simmer for 2 minutes. Pour mixture over the beef in the slow cooker.
- Step 3: Cover and cook on low for 8 hours until beef is fork-tender. Remove beef from slow cooker and set aside. In a small bowl, mix arrowroot powder with 2 tbsp water to make a slurry. Stir slurry into the hot liquid in the slow cooker and cook on high for 15 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon. Return beef to the pot, stir to coat, and serve with extra thyme.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Crockpot Beef & Bone Broth Stew with Root Vegetables take to make?
Total time is about 495 minutes (15 min prep + 480 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Crockpot Beef & Bone Broth Stew with Root Vegetables?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep cubed chuck roast from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Crockpot Beef & Bone Broth Stew with Root Vegetables?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Crockpot Beef & Bone Broth Stew with Root Vegetables for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Crockpot Beef & Bone Broth Stew with Root Vegetables keto?
Yes — this recipe is tagged keto based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.
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Restaurant quality! Can't believe how easy this was.
- ★★★★★
Love how the American come through in every bite.
