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This is an old favorite of mine and some of the best comfort food you\u2019ll ever make. Easy crockpot beef tips are just that, EASY \u2014 and so they\u2019re delicious!<\/p>\n

In this recipe you\u2019ll get some tips to elevate this old school recipe into something really special. You\u2019ll also get some recommendations on which sides go best with crockpot beef tips.<\/p>\n

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What Cut of Beef Is Best for Beef Tips?<\/h2>\n

My personal favorite cut of meat for crockpot beef tips is chuck roast. It\u2019s super affordable, flavorful, and becomes tender when cooked low and slow.<\/p>\n

Chuck roast has a good amount of marbling, which is great for flavor and is easily trimmed for making crockpot beef tips.<\/p>\n

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Stew meat, often pre-cut and sold in most grocery stores, is another solid choice since it\u2019s ready to go out of the package. Stew meat is usually just diced up chuck roast, but it can also be made from other cuts.<\/p>\n

I\u2019ve seen \u201cstew meat\u201d cut from sirloin, round, flank, and skirt steak. So, be mindful of that when you\u2019re buying anything labeled stew meat to make these tender beef tips.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re looking for a leaner option, I recommend sirloin. It has less fat but still has great flavor and gets very tender in the crockpot.<\/p>\n

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Can Beef Tips Be Made using Only the Crockpot?<\/h2>\n

The answer is yes, you can simply dump all of the ingredients I have listed in this recipe into the crockpot. The result will be some good beef tips.<\/p>\n

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However, if you want the best crockpot beef tips, I highly recommend the process I outline below which makes use of a heavy bottom frying pan.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s only one extra item to clean, and it\u2019s absolutely worth it. Searing the beef before adding it to the slow cooker brings this dish to another level.<\/p>\n

What Makes This Recipe Easy?<\/h3>\n

If you\u2019ve followed my blog for long, you\u2019ll know I love to create my own spice blends for various dishes. From homemade BBQ rub<\/a>, to Nashville hot<\/a> <\/a>seasoning<\/a> \u2014 I just like making my own.<\/p>\n

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In an effort to make this recipe EASY crockpot beef tips, I\u2019m using prepackaged seasonings. This makes the whole process and shopping list infinitely easier and less intimidating.<\/p>\n

The Best Sides For Slow Cooker Beef Tips<\/h2>\n

Mashed Potatoes<\/strong> \u2013 Easily my favorite are garlic mashed potatoes<\/a>. These two are a match made in comfort food heaven.
Rice<\/strong> \u2013 If we\u2019re keeping it as easy as possible, it\u2019s hard to beat a bag of 90 second microwaved rice.
Egg Noodles<\/strong> \u2013 A close runner up to the mashed potatoes for me is to simply boil some egg noodles and serve the crockpot beef tips and gravy over top of them.
Pickled Red Onions<\/strong> \u2013 This one is a MUST HAVE for me, regardless of the side I make. The onions are also super easy to make<\/a>, and the acidity balances out the richness of the beef tips.<\/p>\n

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How To Make Easy Slow Cooker Beef Tips<\/h2>\n

Serves:<\/strong> 8 | Prep Time:<\/strong> 10 mins. | Cook Time:<\/strong> 4-6 hours <\/p>\n

Ingredients<\/strong>
2 tbsp olive oil
2\u00bd\u00a0lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 1\u2033 cubes
2 tsp salt, Diamond<\/a> Crystal<\/a>
1 tbsp smoked paprika
1 tbsp steak seasoning, optional
\u00bd stick butter
1 medium yellow onion, diced
2 cups mushrooms, sliced
5 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp red pepper flakes, optional
2 tsp fresh cracked black pepper
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 package beef stew mix
1 package brown gravy mix
2 cups water
\u00be cup red wine
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped<\/p>\n

Step 1:<\/strong> Season the beef with salt and smoked paprika. Add the olive oil to a cast iron or stainless pan over high heat. Add the beef and sear on all sides. Remove from heat and then add optional steak seasoning. I do this after it\u2019s removed from the heat so it doesn\u2019t burn and stick to the pan.<\/p>\n

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Step 2:<\/strong> Transfer the beef to the crockpot, and return the pan to the high heat. Add the butter to the pan and when it melts, add the onion and mushrooms. Cook for five minutes, moving around consistently to caramelize the onions.<\/p>\n

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Step 3:<\/strong> Add the minced garlic, and move it around in the pan for about a minute. Then, add the remaining ingredients, (except the parsley) and stir till well combined. Allow the mushroom and onion gravy to come to a slow boil.<\/p>\n

Step 4:<\/strong> Transfer the gravy into the crockpot and stir it in with the beef. Set the crockpot to low for six hours, or high for four hours.<\/p>\n

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Step 5:<\/strong> Check meat for tenderness, add fresh parsley and serve with your favorite side.<\/p>\n

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Prep Time: <\/span>10 minutes<\/span><\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Cook Time: <\/span>6 hours<\/span><\/span> hours<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Servings: <\/span>8<\/span><\/p>\n

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