Crockpot Beef and Noodles

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Some meals feel like a hug in a bowl, and Crockpot Beef and Noodles is one of them. It’s the kind of dinner that fills your home with a savory aroma all afternoon and promises comfort before you even sit down. For me, this dish always recalls Sunday evenings—when the pace slowed, the kitchen felt warm, and everyone lingered over seconds.

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This recipe became a lifesaver during busy seasons. Between work, errands, and family chaos, I needed something hearty and dependable—something that tasted homemade without hours at the stove. This slow cooker classic delivers: tender shredded beef, rich gravy, and egg noodles all wrapped up in one cozy dish.

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It’s perfect for chilly nights, holidays, potlucks, or Sunday gatherings. Prep it in the morning, let it simmer all day, and by evening you’ll have a stick-to-your-ribs comfort food that tastes like you worked much harder than you did.

If you’ve been searching for a truly satisfying beef and noodles recipe that practically cooks itself, this is one you’ll return to again and again.

Slow Cooker Beef and Noodles

Ingredients

Ingredient Amount Notes
Beef chuck roast 2½ lb Trim excess fat
Salt 1 tsp + more To taste
Black pepper ½ tsp
Garlic powder 1 tsp
Onion 1 small Finely chopped
Beef broth 3 cups Low-sodium
Worcestershire sauce 1 tbsp
Frozen egg noodles 12 oz
Cornstarch 2 tbsp Optional, for thickening
Cold water 2 tbsp If using cornstarch
Butter 2 tbsp Optional, for richness
Fresh parsley Optional garnish

Instructions

  1. Season the Beef
    Pat roast dry. Season evenly with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  2. Layer in the Slow Cooker
    Place onion in the bottom of the crockpot. Set beef on top.
  3. Add Liquids
    Pour broth and Worcestershire sauce over the meat. Cover.
  4. Slow Cook Until Tender
    Cook on LOW 6–8 hours or HIGH 4–5 hours, until beef shreds easily.
  5. Shred the Beef
    Remove roast, shred with two forks, and return to the crockpot.
  6. Add the Noodles
    Stir in frozen egg noodles. Cover and cook on HIGH 20–30 minutes, until tender.
  7. Thicken (Optional)
    Mix cornstarch with cold water to make a slurry. Stir in and cook 5–10 minutes more.
  8. Finish and Serve
    Stir in butter if using. Adjust seasoning. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.

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