This Ranch Crockpot Beef Stew is pure comfort in a bowl—tender chunks of beef, hearty vegetables, and a rich, savory ranch-infused broth that slowly simmers to perfection. It’s the kind of set-it-and-forget-it meal that fills your home with incredible aroma and rewards you with melt-in-your-mouth flavor at dinnertime.
Perfect for busy days, cold evenings, or feeding a crowd, this stew delivers big taste with minimal effort.
Why You’ll Love This Stew
- Hands-off slow cooker recipe
- Beef turns incredibly tender
- Ranch seasoning adds bold, savory flavor
- Thick, cozy broth
- Great for leftovers and meal prep
Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef stew meat or chuck, cut into chunks
- 4 cups potatoes, peeled and diced
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cups beef broth
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 packet brown gravy mix
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 cup frozen peas (added at the end)
Optional Add-Ins
- 1 cup mushrooms
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- Fresh parsley for garnish
How to Make Ranch Crockpot Beef Stew
1. Add Ingredients
Place beef, potatoes, carrots, and onion into the crockpot.
2. Season
Sprinkle ranch seasoning, gravy mix, garlic powder, and black pepper over the top.
3. Add Liquid
Pour in beef broth (and Worcestershire sauce if using). Stir gently to combine.
4. Cook
Cover and cook:
- Low: 7–8 hours
- High: 4–5 hours
Until beef is fork-tender and vegetables are soft.
5. Finish
Stir in frozen peas during the last 15–20 minutes of cooking.
6. Serve
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Tips for the Best Stew
- Chuck roast gives the most tender results
- Cut vegetables evenly for uniform cooking
- For thicker stew, mash a few potatoes into the broth
- Let stew rest 10 minutes before serving
Serving Ideas
- With crusty bread or biscuits
- Over mashed potatoes
- With a side salad for balance
Storage
- Refrigerate up to 4 days
- Freeze up to 3 months
- Reheats beautifully
Final Thought
This Ranch Crockpot Beef Stew is rich, hearty, and deeply satisfying—the kind of meal that warms you from the inside out. Simple ingredients, slow-cooked flavor, and guaranteed comfort in every bite.