BBQ Beef Stew for the Crockpot

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 3

Tasty BBQ Beef Stew for your Crockpot

by The Chefin Stew

Prep

15 min

Cook

6-8 hours on low, 4-5 hours on high

Ready In

6-8 hours on low, 4-5 hours on high

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 1/2 lbs boneless beef cubes , trimmed of fat and cut into 1 inch pieces
	1/4 cup flour
	1 1/2 cups chopped red onions
	1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
	1 cup red kidney beans
	2 cups chopped tomatoes
	1 bottle barbecue sauce ( hickory brown sugar )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

433

Sugar

28g

Fat

15g

This BBQ Beef Stew for the Crockpot is a warm and comforting meal that's perfect for any day of the week. The beef cubes are coated in flour and browned before being mixed with chopped onions, green bell peppers, red kidney beans, and chopped tomatoes. The star of the show is the bottle of hickory brown sugar barbecue sauce that brings all the flavors together. This stew is perfect for a crowd or for meal prep as it makes plenty of servings. Make it a complete meal by serving with crusty bread, mashed potatoes, or rice.

Instructions

1.	Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
2.	In a mixing bowl, toss the beef cubes with flour until well coated.
3.	Add the beef cubes to the skillet and brown for 5-6 minutes on all sides.
4.	Add the browned beef cubes to the crockpot.
5.	Add chopped onions, green bell peppers, red kidney beans, and chopped tomatoes to the crockpot.
6.	Pour the bottle of barbecue sauce over all the ingredients.
7.	Mix all the ingredients well, then cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours.
8.	Serve hot with your favorite sides.

PROS

This BBQ Beef Stew for the Crockpot is hearty, filling, and perfect for any season.

The crockpot does most of the work, so it’s an easy meal to prepare.

Kidney beans are a great source of protein and fiber, making this stew a healthy choice overall.

CONS

This stew is a little heavy on the barbecue sauce, so it may not be suitable for those looking to cut back on sugar or calories.

The beef cubes can be a little tough if not cooked properly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Red kidney beans are loaded with fiber, protein, iron, and several other nutrients that promote gut health and lower the risk of chronic diseases.
Beef is a good source of protein and minerals like iron, selenium, and zinc that support muscle health and immune function.