Looking for a comforting and nourishing meal that's easy to prepare? This slow cooker gluten-free beef stew is packed with hearty vegetables, tender beef, and gut-friendly ingredients, making it the perfect cozy dish for chilly days.
This comforting recipe was inspired by my other lean protein recipes made with beef, like my sesame garlic beef recipe and my Korean beef bowl recipe. This is the perfect St. Patrick's Day recipe with all those tasty beef pieces combined with tender veggies like carrots and potatoes.
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- 💖 Why You'll Love This Beef Stew Recipe?
- 🥣 Ingredients For a Slow Cooker Beef Stew
- 👩🍳 Directions For a Slow Cooker Beef Stew Recipe
- 🩺 Health Benefits of This Gluten-Free Beef Stew
- 🧡 Learn How to Make a Recipe For Homemade Beef Stew
- 📖 Recipe
- ⭐️ Pro Nutrition Tip
- 💙 Substitutions
- 🥚 Healthy Food Swaps Guide
- 🍴 Variations
- 🍽️ Serving Suggestions
- ❄️ Storage
- 🥘 Meal Prep Tips
- 🍳 Equipment
- My Favorite Slow Cooker!
- 🤔 ⁉️ FAQ - Common Questions
- 😀 Enjoy This Recipe For Beef Stew Easily Made In The Crock Pot!
- ❤️ You Might Also Love These
- 🤲 Pairing
- 💬 Comments
💖 Why You'll Love This Beef Stew Recipe?
- Gut-Friendly Ingredients – Bone broth and vegetables support digestion and overall gut health.
- Gluten-Free & Dairy-Free – Perfect for those with dietary restrictions.
- Easy Slow Cooker Meal – Set it and forget it for a stress-free dinner.
🥣 Ingredients For a Slow Cooker Beef Stew
To make this recipe for homemade beef stew, you will simply need to gather a few key ingredients to create the most delicious gluten-free beef stew.
- Beef Stew Meat - To make crock pot beef stew, you’ll need some high-quality stew meat, which becomes tender and flavorful during slow cooking.
- Gluten-Free Flour - A gluten-free flour such as almond or cassava helps coat the beef and creates a slightly thickened broth for a richer texture.
- Beef Bone Broth - Using beef bone broth instead of regular broth adds extra collagen and gut-healing properties, making this stew even more nourishing.
- Onion - This aromatic ingredient is one you don't want to skip out on because it adds more depth of flavor to the stew.
- Carrots - These root vegetables add natural sweetness, antioxidants, and gut-friendly fiber to the dish.
- Mushrooms - A great source of immune-boosting beta-glucans and umami flavor, mushrooms make this stew heartier and more nutritious.
- Potatoes - Using potatoes (or sweet potatoes for extra fiber) provides energy and helps create a creamy, thick consistency.
- Celery - Adds a refreshing crunch and natural saltiness while being an excellent source of fiber.
- Spices - A blend of garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, bay leaf, smoked paprika, and dried rosemary creates a well-rounded and aromatic flavor profile.
- Sea Salt & Black Pepper - Essential for seasoning and enhancing the natural flavors of the ingredients.
- Fresh Parsley - Used as a garnish, parsley adds freshness and extra nutrients like vitamin C.
- Worcestershire Sauce - A gluten-free Worcestershire sauce adds depth and umami flavor to the stew.
- Olive Oil - Used for searing the meat, olive oil brings healthy fats and enhances the stew’s overall richness.
- Tomato Paste - Adds a mild tanginess and helps deepen the overall flavor of the stew.
- Garlic - Fresh garlic is a powerful antioxidant that boosts immune function and enhances flavor.
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👩🍳 Directions For a Slow Cooker Beef Stew Recipe
Making my recipe for beef stew in a crock pot is so easy. With just a few simple steps, you’ll have a tasty homemade beef stew for dinner tonight.
Step 1: Prep the Meat
In a large bowl, toss the beef chunks with gluten-free flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, and smoked paprika until evenly coated.
Step 2: Sear the Meat
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the beef on all sides for about 3-4 minutes until browned. This adds depth of flavor to the stew.
Step 3: Assemble the Stew
Transfer the seared beef to a slow cooker. Add the diced onion, carrots, celery, potatoes, mushrooms, minced garlic, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaf, and rosemary. Pour in the beef bone broth and stir everything together.
Step 4: Slow Cook
Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours, until the beef is tender and the vegetables are soft.
Step 5: Finish & Serve
Remove the bay leaf and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
🩺 Health Benefits of This Gluten-Free Beef Stew
- Bone Broth – Supports gut lining and digestion with collagen and amino acids.
- Carrots & Celery – High in fiber and antioxidants for a happy gut.
- Potatoes & Sweet Potatoes – Provide prebiotic fiber to nourish beneficial gut bacteria.
- Beef – A great source of protein and essential minerals like zinc and iron.
- Mushrooms – Rich in antioxidants and gut-friendly beta-glucans for immune support.
🧡 Learn How to Make a Recipe For Homemade Beef Stew
Learn how easy it is to make my gluten free beef stew which features tender pieces of meat in a delicious stew for the ultimate comfort food dish easily made in the crock pot.
📖 Recipe
Slow Cooker Gluten-Free Beef Stew Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds beef, stew meat (cut into chunks)
- 3 carrots (peeled and sliced)
- 3 celery (sliced)
- 3 potatoes, red (diced, can use sweet potatoes for extra fiber)
- 1 cup mushrooms (sliced)
- 4 cups bone broth (or regular beef broth)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, gluten-free (such as almond or cassava flour)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon thyme, dried
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium onion, white (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic, fresh (minced)
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (gluten-free)
- 1 bay leaf, dried
- ½ teaspoon rosemary, dried
- 1 tablespoon parsley, fresh (chopped for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper, ground
Instructions
- Prep the MeatIn a large bowl, toss the beef chunks with gluten-free flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, and smoked paprika until evenly coated.
- Sear the MeatHeat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the beef on all sides for about 3-4 minutes until browned. This adds depth of flavor to the stew.
- Assemble the StewTransfer the seared beef to a slow cooker. Add the diced onion, carrots, celery, potatoes, mushrooms, minced garlic, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaf, and rosemary. Pour in the beef bone broth and stir everything together.
- Slow CookCover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours, until the beef is tender and the vegetables are soft.
- Finish & ServeRemove the bay leaf and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
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⭐️ Pro Nutrition Tip
Adding mushrooms to your diet provides beta-glucans, which help support immune function and gut health. They also offer prebiotics that feed beneficial gut bacteria, promoting a balanced microbiome.
💙 Substitutions
Making the best beef stew recipe is a personal preference in terms of dietary needs. Check out some easy substitutions and variations to customize this recipe to your liking.
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- Swap the Protein – Use chicken or turkey instead of beef for a lighter version.
- Swap the Potatoes - Instead of red potatoes, try using sweet potatoes for extra fiber.
🥚 Healthy Food Swaps Guide
Check out my free Healthy Food Swaps Guide for how to swap out different foods if you suffer from food allergies, sensitivities, intolerances, or simply an aversion.
🍴 Variations
Here are a few variations for my healthy version of a slow cook beef stew recipe.
- Make it Paleo/Keto-Friendly – Swap potatoes for turnips or cauliflower.
- Thicken the Stew Naturally – Mash some of the cooked potatoes into the broth for a thicker consistency.
- Add More Greens – Stir in spinach or kale at the end for an extra nutrient boost..
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
Pair this hearty beef stew with a side of gluten-free biscuits or a fresh gut-friendly side salad for a complete, nourishing meal.
❄️ Storage
- Refrigerator - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Freezer - Freeze portions in sealed containers for up to 3 months.
- Reheating - Warm up on the stovetop over low heat or microwave in 30-second increments until heated through.
🥘 Meal Prep Tips
- Portion Ahead - Store in meal prep containers for easy grab-and-go lunches.
- Double the Batch - Freeze extra portions for quick meals on busy nights.
- Reheat Properly - Heat on the stovetop over low heat or microwave in 30-second increments until warmed through.
🍳 Equipment
- Slow cooker (6-quart or larger).
- Large skillet for searing.
- Wooden spoon for stirring.
- Sharp knife for chopping.
- Cutting board.
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🤔 ⁉️ FAQ - Common Questions
Can I Make This Stew Without Searing The Beef?
Yes! While searing enhances the flavor, you can skip this step if you're short on time.
Can I Use Frozen Beef?
It's best to thaw beef before using it for even cooking, but you can cook from frozen if necessary. Just increase the cooking time by 1-2 hours.
How Can I Make This Stew Thicker?
Mash some of the cooked potatoes into the broth, or add a slurry of 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons water in the last 30 minutes of cooking.
Can I Make This In An Instant Pot?
Yes! Use the sauté function to sear the beef, then cook on high pressure for 35 minutes, followed by a natural release for 10 minutes.
😀 Enjoy This Recipe For Beef Stew Easily Made In The Crock Pot!
This slow cooker gluten-free beef stew is a wholesome, gut-friendly meal that’s easy to make and full of comforting flavors. Try it for your next meal prep or cozy dinner night, and let me know how you like it! Tag me @EatYourNutrition on Instagram with your creations!
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Anonymous says
Must-try recipe.