Slow Cooker 3-Ingredient Beef and Gravy

Slow Cooker Beef and Gravy is a simple, hearty comfort meal that delivers deep, savory flavor with minimal ingredients. Tender beef slowly cooks in a rich, flavorful gravy, creating a satisfying dish that’s perfect served over rice, mashed potatoes, or egg noodles.

This easy slow cooker recipe is perfect for busy days when you want a homemade meal with almost no effort.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 6–8 hours
• Total Time: About 8 hours
• Servings: 4–6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef stew meat or chuck roast, cut into chunks
• 1 packet brown gravy mix
• 1 cup beef broth

Optional additions:

• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 small onion, sliced

Instructions

1. Add Ingredients to the Slow Cooker
   Place the beef into the slow cooker.

   In a small bowl, whisk together the brown gravy mix and beef broth until smooth.
   Pour the gravy mixture over the beef.

2. Cook
   Cover and cook on:
   • LOW: 6–8 hours
   • HIGH: 4–5 hours

   Cook until the beef is tender and the gravy becomes rich and flavorful.

3. Serve
   Stir the beef and gravy before serving.

   Serve hot over:

   • White rice
   • Mashed potatoes
   • Egg noodles
   • Buttered pasta

Storage

• Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
• Freezer: Freeze for up to 2 months.
• Reheating: Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave.