Slow Cooker Country-Style Beef and Sweet Potato Stew
Tender beef slow-cooked with sweet potatoes, carrots, and country herbs in a rich broth, creating a comforting and hearty stew. This american-inspired beef ready in about 260 minutes pairs large, chopped yellow onion, minced garlic cloves, beef broth for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs, cut into 1.5-inch cubes beef chuck roast
- 2 large, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes sweet potatoes
- 3 medium, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch rounds carrots
- 1 large, chopped yellow onion
- 4, minced garlic cloves
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Step 1: Toss 2 lbs beef chuck roast cubes with 2 tbsp all-purpose flour to coat evenly.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the floured beef cubes in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until deeply browned, then transfer to the slow cooker.
- Step 3: In the same skillet, sauté 1 large chopped yellow onion and 4 minced garlic cloves for 3 minutes until softened and fragrant, then add 2 tbsp tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.
- Step 4: Transfer the onion mixture to the slow cooker along with 2 large peeled and cubed sweet potatoes, 3 peeled and sliced carrots, 4 cups beef broth, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1 tsp dried rosemary, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper.
- Step 5: Stir gently to combine, cover, and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours until beef is tender and vegetables are cooked through.
- Step 6: Taste and adjust seasoning before serving this hearty, comforting stew perfect for cool days.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow Cooker Country-Style Beef and Sweet Potato Stew take to make?
Total time is about 260 minutes (20 min prep + 240 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 Slow Cooker Country-Style Beef and Sweet Potato Stew?
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 large, chopped yellow onion from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Slow Cooker Country-Style Beef and Sweet Potato Stew?
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 Slow Cooker Country-Style Beef and Sweet Potato Stew for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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.
What goes well with Slow Cooker Country-Style Beef and Sweet Potato Stew?
American beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Perfect for a cold evening! The beef was tender and the sweet potatoes added a lovely sweetness.
- ★★★★☆
Great recipe, but I found it a bit bland without the optional spices.
- ★★★★☆
Tasted great, but it took 10 minutes longer than the recipe said to get the beef tender.
