4-Ingredient Slow Cooker Smothered Beef
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
This slow cooker smothered beef tastes like a high-end steakhouse meal but it’s shockingly easy. With just 4 simple ingredients, the crockpot does all the work, transforming affordable sirloin tip roast into fork-tender beef smothered in rich, savory gravy. It’s perfect for busy weeknights, cozy family dinners, or stress-free Sunday meals.
Benefits at a glance:
Minimal prep, maximum flavor
Budget-friendly cut made ultra-tender
Hands-off slow cooker recipe
Perfect make-ahead comfort food
Family-approved and freezer-friendly
Ingredients (Serves 6):
3 pounds sirloin tip roast, thick-sliced or cut into large chunks
1 (10.5-oz) can cream of mushroom soup
1 (1-oz) packet dry onion soup mix
1 cup beef broth (low-sodium preferred)
Directions:
Pat the sirloin tip roast dry and cut into 1 to 1½-inch slices or chunks. This helps the meat cook evenly and soak up the gravy.
Place the beef in the bottom of a 5–6 quart slow cooker, spreading it out as evenly as possible.
In a bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup, onion soup mix, and beef broth until smooth. This simple mixture becomes a rich, spoonable gravy as it cooks.
Pour the sauce evenly over the beef, making sure all pieces are coated.
Cook on LOW: 7–8 hours
Cook on HIGH: 4–5 hours
The beef is ready when it’s fall-apart tender.
Taste and adjust consistency with a splash of broth if needed. Serve hot with plenty of gravy.
Best Ways to Serve Smothered Beef:
This crockpot beef and gravy pairs beautifully with:
Creamy mashed potatoes
Buttered egg noodles
Steamed white rice
Polenta or crusty bread for soaking up gravy
Add a simple green veggie or salad for balance.
Variations & Pro Tips:
Extra depth: Lightly sear the beef before slow cooking
Veggie boost: Add mushrooms, onions, or carrots
Gravy thicker: Stir in a cornstarch slurry near the end
Lower sodium: Use reduced-sodium soup and broth
