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The Best Easy Slow Cooker Creamy Beef Tips and Gravy Recipe

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This Slow Cooker Creamy Beef Tips and Gravy recipe features tender, juicy chunks of seared chuck roast simmered with mushrooms, onions, and a flavorful blend of seasonings in a rich, creamy gravy. Perfect served over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice, it’s a comforting and easy make-ahead meal ideal for slow cooker lovers.

Ingredients

Beef and Seasoning

  • 2½ pounds boneless beef chuck roast, cut into 1½-inch pieces
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
  • ¾ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Vegetables and Aromatics

  • 8 ounces cremini or baby bella mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

Broth and Seasonings

  • 2 cups reduced-sodium beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme

Thickening and Creaminess

  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 3 tablespoons cold water
  • 6 ounces full-fat cream cheese, softened and cubed

Garnish and Serving Suggestions

  • Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
  • Mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice, for serving

Instructions

  1. Season the Beef: Pat the beef dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Season the beef chunks evenly with kosher salt and ½ teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper to enhance the flavor.
  2. Sear the Beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. In batches to avoid overcrowding, sear the beef pieces for about 2 minutes on each side until nicely browned. Transfer the seared beef to a 6-quart slow cooker.
  3. Add Vegetables: Place the sliced mushrooms, diced onion, and minced garlic into the slow cooker on top of the beef. These aromatics will infuse the meat with additional flavor as they cook.
  4. Prepare Broth Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, onion powder, paprika, dried thyme, and the remaining ¼ teaspoon black pepper until combined.
  5. Combine and Cook: Pour the broth mixture evenly over the beef and vegetables in the slow cooker. Cover with the lid. Cook on low for 7 to 8 hours or on high for 4 to 5 hours, until the beef is fork-tender and can be easily pulled apart.
  6. Make Cornstarch Slurry: In a small bowl, whisk cornstarch and cold water together until smooth. Stir this slurry into the slow cooker to start thickening the cooking juices.
  7. Thicken Gravy: Cover the slow cooker again and cook on high for about 15 minutes, or until the gravy begins to thicken and turns glossy.
  8. Add Cream Cheese: Add the softened, cubed cream cheese to the slow cooker. Stir continuously until the cream cheese has fully melted and the gravy is creamy and smooth.
  9. Adjust Seasonings: Taste the gravy carefully and add additional salt or black pepper if desired, balancing the flavors to your preference.
  10. Serve: Garnish the creamy beef tips with chopped fresh parsley. Serve hot over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice for a hearty, comforting meal.

Notes

  • Browning the beef enhances the flavor but can be skipped for a convenient dump-and-go slow cooker meal.
  • Boneless chuck roast is the best cut for tender and flavorful beef tips.
  • Soften the cream cheese and cube it for even melting, preventing lumps.
  • For a silkier gravy, whisk cream cheese with ½ cup of hot cooking liquid before stirring it into the slow cooker.
  • If the gravy is too thick, add a splash of warm beef broth to loosen it.
  • If the gravy is too thin, prepare and add an additional slurry made with 1 tablespoon cornstarch and 1 tablespoon cold water for more thickness.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days.
  • Nutrition info does not include sides like mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice.

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