Slow Cooker Cajun-Spiced Beef Stew with Root Vegetables

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-02 · Updated 2026-05-02

A hearty slow cooker beef stew seasoned with Cajun spices and loaded with root vegetables, perfect for a comforting meal inspired by diverse American heritage. This American-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 440 minutes, pairs beef chuck roast, olive oil, yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 6, 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

• 2 lbs, cut into 1-inch cubes beef chuck roast
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 large, chopped yellow onion
• 3 medium, peeled and sliced carrots
• 2 medium, peeled and diced parsnips
• 2, sliced celery stalks
• 4 minced garlic cloves
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (canned)
• 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp chopped for garnish fresh parsley

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 lbs beef chuck roast cut into 1-inch cubes and brown on all sides, about 8 minutes total. Transfer browned beef to the slow cooker.
2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add 1 large chopped yellow onion, 4 minced garlic cloves, 3 sliced carrots, 2 diced parsnips, and 2 sliced celery stalks. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
3. Step 3: Transfer sautéed vegetables to the slow cooker with beef. Add 4 cups beef broth, 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning, 2 bay leaves, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper.
4. Step 4: Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or on high for 4 hours, until beef is tender and vegetables are cooked through.
5. Step 5: Remove bay leaves, stir gently, and garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.