Here’s a go-to slow cooker beef recipe that’s cozy, flexible, and basically foolproof.
Crockpot Beef & Gravy
Ingredients
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2–3 lb beef chuck roast
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1 packet onion soup mix
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1 packet brown gravy mix
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1 cup beef broth
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1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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1 tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp black pepper
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Optional: sliced onions, mushrooms, or carrots
Instructions
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Prep the beef
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Place the chuck roast in the crockpot.
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Sprinkle onion soup mix, gravy mix, garlic powder, and pepper over the meat.
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Add liquid
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Pour beef broth and Worcestershire sauce around (not directly on top if you want max flavor on the meat).
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Slow cook
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Cover and cook:
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Low: 8–9 hours
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High: 4–5 hours
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Beef should be fall-apart tender.
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Shred & serve
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Shred the beef in the crockpot and stir into the gravy.
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Serve over mashed potatoes, rice, egg noodles, or on toasted rolls.
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Easy upgrades
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Add 1 packet ranch seasoning for Mississippi-style vibes
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Toss in baby potatoes for a one-pot meal
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Stir in ½ cup sour cream at the end for creamy beef gravy
Make-ahead tip
This gets better the next day—perfect for meal prep or leftovers.
If you want a Mexican shredded beef, Italian beef sandwiches, or Asian-style crockpot beef, say what mood you’re in and I’ll hook you up 😏