Description
As a busy mom, I totally understand the struggle of getting dinner on the table after a long day. That’s where my beloved Slow Cooker Beef and Broccoli comes to the rescue! This dish is not only simple to prepare, but it also brings a burst of flavors that will impress even the pickiest eaters in your family. Imagine tender beef infused with a savory sauce, complemented by vibrant broccoli. Perfect for a quick solution on a hectic weeknight or a cozy family dinner, this recipe has become a staple in my home. Let’s dive into the deliciousness!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds sliced boneless beef chuck roast strips
- 1 cup beef broth
- ½ cup low sodium soy sauce
- ⅓ cup dark brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 (14-ounce) bag frozen broccoli florets (about 3 cups)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the beef broth, soy sauce, dark brown sugar, sesame oil, and minced garlic.
- Lay the sliced boneless beef chuck roast strips in the crockpot and pour the sauce over, tossing the strips to coat.
- Turn the crockpot on LOW and cook for 5-6 hours.
- About an hour before it is done, take ¼ cup of the sauce and whisk it in a small bowl with cornstarch. Slowly stir this into the crockpot.
- Add the frozen broccoli florets in the last 30 minutes of cooking and let the broccoli cook through.
- Serve over white rice and enjoy!
Notes
- Make sure not to add the broccoli too early, or it will become mushy.
- This dish is great over white rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg