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Slow Cooker Beef and Broccoli

Savory Slow Cooker Beef and Broccoli for Busy Weeknights

A comforting Slow Cooker Beef and Broccoli dish with tender beef and broccoli in a rich sauce, perfect for hectic weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Thickening Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 2 lbs Beef Chuck Roast substitute with flank steak for a leaner option
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Beef Broth use vegetable broth for a lighter flavor
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce choose tamari for gluten-free
  • 1/4 cup Oyster Sauce check for gluten-free brands if necessary
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar substitute with coconut sugar if desired
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil alternatives include olive or vegetable oil
  • 4 cloves Garlic fresh garlic is best; garlic powder is an acceptable backup
For the Veggies
  • 2 cups Broccoli fresh is ideal but frozen works well
For Thickening
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch omit if making gluten-free

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together beef broth, soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and minced garlic until well combined.
  2. Using a sharp knife, thinly slice the beef chuck roast into 1/4-inch strips.
  3. In your slow cooker, layer the sliced beef evenly across the bottom and pour the prepared sauce over the beef.
  4. After 90 minutes, mix cornstarch with cold water to create a slurry and stir it into the beef mixture in the slow cooker.
  5. Gently stir in fresh broccoli florets, cover the slow cooker, and cook on HIGH for about 10-15 minutes.
  6. Serve over steamed rice or cauliflower rice, garnishing with sesame seeds or chopped green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For optimal tenderness, slice the beef while slightly chilled. If the sauce is too watery, create a cornstarch slurry to thicken. Feel free to mix in additional vegetables for more nutrition and flavor.

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