Best 15 Slow Cooker Southwest Beef Stew Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of the Southwest with this hearty and comforting slow cooker beef stew. Bursting with authentic spices, succulent beef, and an array of vegetables, this dish is a culinary symphony that will transport your taste buds to the vibrant landscapes of the American Southwest. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a novice in the kitchen, this foolproof recipe will guide you through the process of creating a mouthwatering stew that's perfect for a cozy dinner or a special occasion. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your slow cooker, and embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SLOW COOKER BEEF STEW I



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A hearty, savory slow cooker stew with potatoes, carrots, celery, broth, herbs and spices. You won't be slow to say 'yum'!

Provided by BUCHKO

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Beef

Time 12h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch pieces
¼ cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 onion, chopped
1 ½ cups beef broth
3 potatoes, diced
4 carrots, sliced
1 stalk celery, chopped

Steps:

  • Place meat in slow cooker. In a small bowl mix together the flour, salt, and pepper; pour over meat, and stir to coat meat with flour mixture. Stir in the garlic, bay leaf, paprika, Worcestershire sauce, onion, beef broth, potatoes, carrots, and celery.
  • Cover, and cook on Low setting for 10 to 12 hours, or on High setting for 4 to 6 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 576.3 calories, Carbohydrate 29.8 g, Cholesterol 131.5 mg, Fat 30.3 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 44.1 g, SaturatedFat 11.9 g, Sodium 541.5 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

SLOW COOKER SOUTHWEST BEEF STEW



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Our ladies group at church has a soup and sandwich supper, and before I went to work that morning, I prepared this stew in my slow cooker. It was ready when I got home. It was such a big hit, many asked for the recipe! -Anita Roberson, Williamston, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 7h30m

Yield 11 servings (2-3/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 11

1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 large onion, chopped
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 package (16 ounces) frozen corn
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1-1/2 teaspoons salt-free Southwest chipotle seasoning blend
1-1/2 cups cooked rice
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain., Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the tomatoes, corn, black beans, broth, tomatoes, garlic powder and seasoning blend. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until heated through., Stir in rice; heat through. Sprinkle each serving with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 482mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SLOW-COOKER SUNDAY STEW



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 6h40m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 25

4 slices thick-cut bacon
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 medium onions, cut into quarters, keeping the root end intact
One 10-ounce container plain white button mushrooms, wiped clean
4 medium carrots, cut into 2-inch chunks
4 medium red potatoes, unpeeled, quartered
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 jalapeno pepper, halved and partially seeded
1 cup beer
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
About 2 cups beef broth
2 sprigs fresh parsley
1 sprig fresh rosemary
Buttery Lemon Parsley Noodles, recipe follows, for serving
2 tablespoons fresh parsley leaves, for garnish
1 pound pasta (fettuccine, linguine, angel hair)
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup finely minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 lemon, zested and juiced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Set aside. Pour off any excess oil, leaving about 2 tablespoons in the skillet.
  • Put the flour and some salt and pepper in a resealable plastic bag and add the beef. Toss to coat the beef thoroughly. Heat the bacon grease in the skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef to the skillet in 2 batches and brown on all sides, 4 to 5 minutes per batch. Set aside.
  • Put the onions in the bottom of a slow cooker. Add the beef, mushrooms, carrots, potatoes, garlic and jalapeno. Season with a big pinch of salt and some black pepper. Cut the bacon into large pieces and sprinkle them over the top.
  • Pour the beer into a pitcher, whisk in the tomato paste and Worcestershire and then pour it over the vegetables. Add enough beef broth to just cover the meat and top with the parsley and rosemary sprigs. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours.
  • Serve with Buttery Lemon Parsley Noodles and garnish with about 1 teaspoon of parsley per portion.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. (If using angel hair, stop just short of the al dente stage.) Drain and set aside.
  • Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then add the olive oil. Add the parsley, garlic and lemon zest and stir. Throw in the drained pasta and cook, tossing and coating it in the mixture, so that a few of the pieces get a little bit of a pan-fried texture to them, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the lemon juice and some salt and pepper and toss again.

SLOW COOKER BEEF STEW



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Take the time up front to make a thick gravy and you'll love how rich and delicious it makes this slow-cooked stew. Even though the caraway is optional, we recommend giving it a try- it's a simple way to add something special to a classic.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 8h40m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
1 teaspoon sweet paprika, plus more for garnish
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for coating
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound small white potatoes, halved
1/2 pound cremini mushrooms, halved
3 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch chunks
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup red wine
2 cups low-sodium beef broth
3 sprigs fresh thyme
1 teaspoon caraway seeds, optional
1/2 cup loosely packed parsley leaves, chopped
Sour cream, for serving

Steps:

  • Toss the beef with the paprika, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Coat in flour and shake off any excess. Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef and cook undisturbed until it begins to brown, about 3 minutes. Continue to cook, turning the beef as needed, until mostly browned, about 3 minutes more. Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the beef to the insert of a 6-quart slow cooker; add the potatoes, mushrooms, carrots and onions and stir to combine.
  • Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil in the skillet over medium heat. Add the tomato paste and stir until the oil begins to turn brick-red, about 1 minute. Add the flour and wine and whisk until thick (it's OK if there are some lumps). Add the beef broth, thyme, caraway if using, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper and bring to a simmer, whisking; continue simmering and whisking until the gravy is smooth and thick, about 4 minutes.
  • Pour the gravy into the slow cooker, cover and cook on low for 8 hours. The meat and vegetables should be tender.
  • Season with salt and pepper and stir in the parsley. Serve the stew in bowls with dollops of sour cream and a sprinkle of paprika.

SOUTHWEST BEEF STEW



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Add your family's favorite picante sauce to ground beef, black beans and corn, then watch how quickly they empty their bowls. This mixture freezes well, so I keep a batch on hand for quick nutritious meals. -Janet Brannan of Sidney, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1-1/2 cups chopped onions
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 package (16 ounces) frozen corn, thawed
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup picante sauce
3/4 cup water
1 teaspoon ground cumin
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook beef and onions over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomatoes, corn, beans, picante sauce, water, cumin, salt, garlic powder and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until corn is tender. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 847mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SOUTHWESTERN BEEF STEW



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This zippy stew seasoned with picante sauce is great on cold winter evenings. The preparation is so easy...it's ready in minutes after a busy day at work.-Regina Stock of Topeka, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 8h45m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pounds beef stew meat
1 jar (16 ounces) picante sauce
2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
4 medium carrots, sliced
1 large onion, chopped
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 cup cold water

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, brown beef on all sides; drain. Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the picante sauce, potatoes, carrots, onion, chili powder, salt and cumin. , Cover and cook on low for 8-9 hours or until meat and vegetables are tender. , In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into stew. Cover and cook on high for 15 minutes or until thickened.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 81mg cholesterol, Sodium 436mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SLOW-COOKER BEEF STEW



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When there's a chill in the air, nothing beats this Crock-Pot beef stew. Seasoned with thyme and dry mustard, the hearty slow-cooker beef stew is chock-full of tender carrots, potatoes and meat. -Earnestine Wilson, Waco, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 7h25m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 15

1-1/2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed
6 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch lengths
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
3 celery ribs, coarsely chopped
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1-1/2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 tablespoons canola oil
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon browning sauce, optional
Minced fresh thyme

Steps:

  • Layer the potatoes, carrots, onion and celery in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Place flour in a large shallow dish. Add stew meat; turn to coat evenly. In a large skillet, brown meat in oil in batches. Place over vegetables., In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, broth, mustard, salt, pepper, thyme and, if desired, browning sauce. Pour over beef. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours, or until the meat and vegetables are tender. If desired, sprinkle with fresh thyme before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 53mg cholesterol, Sodium 541mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BEST OF ALL: SLOW COOKER BEEF STEW



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I have tried many beef stew recipes from this site. This is the one! I took the best from each and got this no-fail version.

Provided by Bobbee Valentine

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Beef Soup Recipes

Time 7h45m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 16

⅓ cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon garlic salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 pounds beef for stew, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
1 ½ cups beef broth
½ cup red wine
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
3 potatoes, diced
4 carrots, sliced
1 stalk celery, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 bay leaves
1 (1.5 ounce) package beef stew seasoning mix (such as McCormick®)
1 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Whisk flour, garlic salt, and black pepper together in a small bowl; pour into a large resealable plastic bag. Place stew beef in bag, seal the bag, and shake to coat beef to coat completely.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; saute coated beef in hot oil until browned on all sides, about 10 minutes. Stir onion into beef; saute until onion is softened, 5 to 7 minutes. Pour beef and onions into a slow cooker.
  • Stir beef broth, red wine, and Worcestershire sauce together in a bowl. Pour broth mixture into the same skillet and bring to a boil while scraping the browned bits of food off of the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon. Transfer broth mixture to the slow cooker.
  • Mix potatoes, carrots, celery, garlic, bay leaves, beef stew seasoning mix, and paprika into beef mixture.
  • Cook on High for 1 hour. Reduce heat to Low and cook until meat is tender, 6 to 7 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249.5 calories, Carbohydrate 21.5 g, Cholesterol 47.9 mg, Fat 8.2 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 19.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 636.8 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

SLOW-COOKER BEEF STEW



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Cook beef stew in a slow cooker for really tender meat. Add button mushrooms or smoked paprika for extra flavour - it will be an instant family favourite

Provided by Lulu Grimes

Categories     Dinner, Main course, Supper

Time 4h20m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 onion, chopped
2 celery sticks, finely chopped
2 tbsp rapeseed oil
3 carrots, halved and cut into chunks
2 bay leaves
½ pack thyme
2 tbsp tomato purée
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
2 beef stock cubes or stock pots
900g beef for braising such as skirt, buy a whole piece and cut it yourself for bigger chunks or buy ready-diced
2 tsp cornflour (optional)
½ small bunch parsley, chopped
buttery mash, to serve (optional)

Steps:

  • Fry the onion and celery in 1 tbsp oil over a low heat until they start to soften - about 5 mins. Add the carrots, bay and thyme, fry for 2 mins, stir in the purée and Worcestershire sauce, add 600ml boiling water, stir and tip everything into a slow cooker. Crumble over the stock cubes or add the stock pots and stir, then season with pepper (don't add salt as the stock may be salty).
  • Clean out the frying pan and fry the beef in the remaining oil in batches until it is well browned, then tip each batch into the slow cooker. Cook on low for 8-10 hrs, or on high for 4 hrs.
  • If you want to thicken the gravy, mix the cornflour with a splash of cold water to make a paste, then stir in 2 tbsp of the liquid from the slow cooker. Tip back into the slow cooker, stir and cook for a further 30 mins on high. Stir in the parsley and season again to taste. Serve with mash, if you like. Leave to cool before freezing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 474 calories, Fat 25 grams fat, SaturatedFat 9 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 10 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 9 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 48 grams protein, Sodium 0.2 milligram of sodium

SLOW COOKER BEEF STEW III



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Start this hearty stew the night before. The longer it cooks, the better it is! Tender stew meat with lots of mixed veggies! You'll have a great dinner all ready when you come home from work. Serve with Italian bread.

Provided by Mary

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Beef

Time P1DT10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 carrots, chopped
2 potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 onion, chopped
3 stalks celery, chopped
3 pounds cubed stew meat
1 packet dry onion soup mix
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed golden mushroom soup
1 ¾ cups water

Steps:

  • Place the carrots, potatoes, mushrooms, onion and celery in the slow cooker. Place the stew meat over the vegetables.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the soup mix with the can of soup. Add the water and mix together well. Pour this in the slow cooker over the meat and vegetables.
  • Add water as needed so that the liquid comes just to the bottom of the meat.
  • Cook on low setting overnight, adding more water as necessary in the morning. Allow to cook all day.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 580.9 calories, Carbohydrate 23.8 g, Cholesterol 149.4 mg, Fat 32.1 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 47.1 g, SaturatedFat 12.5 g, Sodium 681.6 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

SLOW COOKER GROUND BEEF STEW



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Incorporating ideas from other reviewers, I adapted the skillet version to a slow cooker version when we needed a meal to be ready when we got home. We loved this over hot biscuits. The ultimate comfort food with veggies included! Don't let the spices scare you and don't skimp on them. Their presence makes this a totally delicious meal!

Provided by Luv2BakeGirl

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Beef

Time 8h35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 pound lean ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 cup vegetable broth
½ cup tomato-vegetable juice cocktail
2 tablespoons sherry wine
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
4 potatoes, peeled and diced
1 (8 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 cup frozen green peas, thawed
1 cup diced carrots
1 (4.5 ounce) can mushroom pieces and stems, drained
1 teaspoon dried celery flakes
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon dried marjoram
½ teaspoon dried thyme

Steps:

  • Cook and stir ground beef in a skillet over medium heat with onion and garlic until the meat is completely browned, about 10 minutes. Drain excess grease.
  • Stir cream of mushroom soup, vegetable broth, vegetable juice cocktail, sherry, and Worcestershire sauce together in a slow cooker. Add beef mixture; stir in potatoes, corn, peas, carrots, mushroom pieces, celery flakes, salt, black pepper, marjoram, and thyme. Set cooker to Low, cover, and cook until vegetables are tender and sauce has thickened, about 8 hours. If preferred, set cooker on High and cook 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384.2 calories, Carbohydrate 46.7 g, Cholesterol 49.6 mg, Fat 13 g, Fiber 6.7 g, Protein 21.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 1199.5 mg, Sugar 7.7 g

SOUTHWESTERN STEW



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Slow-cooking allows the flavors in this recipe to blend beautifully. Over the past few years, it's become our traditional Super Bowl Sunday meal.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 6h20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1-1/2 pounds boneless pork, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 can (15-1/2 ounces) yellow hominy, drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
1/2 cup water
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown pork in oil. Add onion; cook and stir until tender. , Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker; add remaining ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or until meat is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 622mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

SLOW COOKER SOUTHWEST BEEF STEW



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This is from Progresso. I just used a regular can of plum tomatoes and put in some dried basil. Good with cheese sprinkled on top or also some sour cream.

Provided by appliance queen

Categories     Stew

Time 9h10m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb stew meat
1 (28 ounce) can progresso whole peeled tomatoes with basil, undrained
1 medium onion, chopped
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelope taco seasoning mix
1 (15 ounce) can progresso black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (11 ounce) can whole mexicorn whole kernel corn, drained

Steps:

  • Mix beef, tomatoes, onion and chili powder in 3 1/2-to 4-quart slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on low heat setting about 9 hours or until beef is tender.
  • Stir in taco seaoning mix with wire whisk.
  • Stir in beans and corn.
  • Cover and cook on high heat setting 15-30 min or until thickened.
  • Oven Directions (ready in 2 hrs.):.
  • Heat oven to 350°F Mix beef, tomatoes, onion and chili powder in 4-qt.
  • Dutch oven.
  • Cover and bake 1 1/2 hours, stirring once.
  • Stir in taco seasoning mix with wire whisk.
  • Stir in beans and corn.
  • Cover and bake 30 minute.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 375, Fat 18.4, SaturatedFat 7.3, Cholesterol 60.8, Sodium 59.2, Carbohydrate 30.1, Fiber 7.3, Sugar 1, Protein 24.1

SOUTHWEST VEGETABLE STEW



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Looking for a vegetable stew? Then check out this slow cooked stew recipe - perfect if you love Southwest cuisine.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 5h30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 medium dark-orange sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces (4 cups)
8 small unpeeled red potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces (4 cups)
4 medium carrots, cut into 1/2-inch pieces (3 cups)
2 medium parsnips, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces (2 1/2 cups)
1 medium green bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pieces (1 1/2 cups)
1 medium onion, cut into 1/2-inch wedges (1 cup)
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 cans (14 1/2 ounces each) stewed tomatoes, undrained
1/4 cup tomato paste
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano leaves
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients except cilantro in 6-quart slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on low heat setting 5 to 6 hours or until vegetables are tender. Spoon into shallow serving bowls; sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Carbohydrate 55 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 7 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 540 mg

SLOW COOKER SOUTHWEST CHICKEN STEW



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This is a hearty, easy and very filling meal that my family loves. It can be adjusted for a thicker stew that my husband likes served over rice, or chicken broth can be added for more of a soup.

Provided by IansMom

Categories     Stew

Time 6h5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 medium onion
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can kidney beans, Drained and rinsed
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can black beans, Drained and rinsed
1 1/2 cups frozen corn
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies or 2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes with green chilies
1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelope taco seasoning
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
Tabasco sauce
1 cup chicken broth, less if you want a thinner soup consistency

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients except chicken and broth (if using) in slow cooker.
  • Lay chicken on top and cover.
  • Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high 3-4 hours.
  • Before serving remove and shred chicken. Chicken broth can be added at this point if a thinner consistency is desired.
  • Cook 30 minutes longer on low.
  • Can be served with rice, cheese, sour cream, tortilla chips.

Tips:

  • Use a good quality beef stew meat. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your stew. Look for meat that is well-marbled and has a deep red color.
  • Brown the beef stew meat before adding it to the slow cooker. This will help to develop the flavor of the meat and prevent it from becoming tough.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in your stew. This will add flavor and color. Some good choices include carrots, celery, onions, potatoes, and corn.
  • Season your stew well. Use a combination of salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and chili powder. You can also add other spices to taste, such as cumin, oregano, or paprika.
  • Cook the stew on low heat for 8-10 hours. This will allow the meat to become tender and the flavors to meld together.
  • Serve the stew with a side of cornbread or rice. This will help to soak up the delicious sauce.

Conclusion:

This slow cooker southwest beef stew is a hearty and flavorful meal that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a comforting and delicious meal, give this stew a try!

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