Slow Cooker Beef and Noodles Recipe

If you’re craving cozy comfort food, this Slow Cooker Beef and Noodles recipe is exactly what you need. Tender beef, rich broth, and soft noodles come together effortlessly in the slow cooker, making it perfect for busy weeknights or relaxed family dinners.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Deep, savory flavor from slow-cooked beef
• Simple prep with mostly hands-off cooking
• Family-friendly and satisfying
• Perfect for meal prep and leftovers

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 8 cups beef broth
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 pound egg noodles
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Season the beef with salt and black pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the beef in batches, then transfer it to the slow cooker.
3. In the same skillet, sauté onion, carrots, and celery until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
4. Transfer vegetables to the slow cooker. Add beef broth, thyme, and rosemary.
5. Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until the beef is tender.
6. Stir in the egg noodles, cover, and cook on high for about 30 minutes until noodles are tender. This step completes the Slow Cooker Beef and Noodles perfectly.
7. Stir in parsley and serve warm.

Tips & Tricks

• Brown the beef well for deeper flavor
• If the broth reduces too much, add a little hot water or extra broth
• For thicker noodles, let the dish rest 10 minutes before serving

Details

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 6–8 hours
• Total Time: About 7 hours
• Yield: 6 servings
• Category: Main Dish
• Method: Slow Cooker
• Cuisine: American
• Difficulty: Easy
• Dietary Notes: Halal-friendly

Notes

Serve with crusty bread or a simple green salad. You can also add mushrooms or peas for extra vegetables.

Nutrition (Approximate per serving)

• Calories: 520
• Protein: 38g
• Carbohydrates: 42g
• Fat: 22g

FAQ

Can I use a different cut of beef?
Yes, beef brisket or stew meat works well.

Can I cook the noodles separately?
Yes, if you prefer firmer noodles, cook them separately and stir in before serving.

Can this be made ahead?
Absolutely, it tastes even better the next day.

Is this freezer-friendly?
Freeze without the noodles for best texture.

Storage

• Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days
• Freezer: Freeze up to 2 months (without noodles if possible)
• Reheating: Reheat gently on the stove or microwave with a splash of broth

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Slow Cooker Beef and Noodles Recipe

Tender beef simmered in brothCooked slowly for rich flavorFinished with soft egg noodles

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Course Main Dish

Cuisine American

Ingredients

  

• 2 pounds beef chuck cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion chopped
• 2 carrots chopped
• 2 celery stalks chopped
• 4 cloves garlic minced
• 8 cups beef broth
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 pound egg noodles
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

 

• Season the beef with salt and black pepper.
• Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the beef in batches, then transfer it to the slow cooker.
• In the same skillet, sauté onion, carrots, and celery until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
• Transfer vegetables to the slow cooker. Add beef broth, thyme, and rosemary.
• Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until the beef is tender.
• Stir in the egg noodles, cover, and cook on high for about 30 minutes until noodles are tender. This step completes the Slow Cooker Beef and Noodles perfectly.
• Stir in parsley and serve warm.

Notes

Serve with crusty bread or a simple green salad. You can also add mushrooms or peas for extra vegetables.

 

Conclusion

This Slow Cooker Beef and Noodles recipe is the ultimate comfort meal—simple, hearty, and packed with flavor. Once you try it, it’s sure to become a regular on your dinner rotation.