Crock Pot WW Beef Stew

This Crock Pot WW Beef Stew is a hearty and balanced recipe, which includes beef stew meat and potatoes. It’s a healthy twist on the classic, ready in about 8 hours and 15 minutes.

Crock Pot WW Beef Stew Ingredients

• 2 ½ pounds beef stew meat, cut into chunks
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cups potatoes, chopped
• ½ onion, cut into chunks
• ½ cup baby carrots
• 2 cups beef stock or broth
• 1 tablespoon garlic
• 1 tsp celery salt
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning (or preferred seasoning blend)
• ¼ cup flour
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

How To Make Crock Pot WW Beef Stew

1. Season and coat the beef: Toss the beef with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, and celery salt. Sprinkle with flour and Worcestershire sauce, then toss to coat evenly.
2. Brown the meat: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Brown beef in batches for about 45 seconds per side. Add more oil as needed. Transfer browned meat to the slow cooker.
3. Sauté onions and garlic: Reduce heat to medium and add more oil to the skillet. Cook onions for 5 minutes, then add garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Deglaze the pan with a splash of broth if needed. Transfer the mixture to the slow cooker.
4. Combine and cook: Add chopped potatoes, carrots, and remaining ingredients to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
5. Slow cook: Cook on LOW for 7–8 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until beef is tender and potatoes are fork-soft.

Recipe Tips

• Can I skip browning the meat? Browning adds flavor but can be skipped if you’re in a hurry.
• What potatoes work best? Yukon gold or red potatoes hold their shape well in stews.
• Can I add more vegetables? Yes, mushrooms, peas, or green beans are great additions.
• How to thicken the stew more: Add a cornstarch slurry in the last 30 minutes if needed.
• Is this stew freezer-friendly? Yes, freeze leftovers in meal-size portions for up to 3 months.

What To Serve With WW Beef Stew

Serve this filling stew with:

• Whole grain bread
• A side salad with vinaigrette
• Steamed green beans
• Cauliflower mash
• Roasted Brussels sprouts

How To Store WW Beef Stew

Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

Freeze: Cool completely and freeze in individual containers or freezer bags for up to 3 months. Reheat with a splash of broth to restore consistency.

WW Beef Stew Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 29 g
• Carbohydrates: 3 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Fat: 16 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Is this recipe Weight Watchers-friendly?
Yes, it’s made with lean beef, veggies, and minimal carbs—great for WW plans.

Can I use a different type of meat?
Yes, lean turkey or chicken breast can be substituted but will alter the texture and cook time.

Why is my stew too thin?
Use a cornstarch slurry or simmer uncovered for the last 30 minutes to thicken.

Can I make this in the Instant Pot?
Yes, use the sauté function to brown the meat and pressure cook for about 35 minutes.

Try More Recipes:

• Crock Pot Venison Beef Stew
• Crock Pot Vegan Beef Stew
• Crock Pot Tavern Roast Beef

Crock Pot WW Beef Stew

Recipe by Robert Course: DinnerCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy

Servings

8

servings

Prep time

15

minutes

Cooking time

8

hours 

Calories

350

kcal

A lean and satisfying Weight Watchers-friendly beef stew perfect for meal prep.

Ingredients

• 2½ lbs beef stew meat

• 3 Tbsp olive oil
  

• 2 cups potatoes, chopped
  

• ½ onion, chopped
  

• ½ cup baby carrots
  

• 2 cups beef broth
  

• 1 Tbsp garlic
  

• 1 tsp celery salt
  

• 1 tsp garlic powder
  

• 1 tsp onion powder
  

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  

• ¼ cup flour
  

• 2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce

Directions

• Season and flour the beef. Mix in Worcestershire.
  
• Brown beef in batches with olive oil. Transfer to slow cooker.
  
• Sauté onions and garlic; deglaze pan if needed. Add to slow cooker.
  
• Add remaining ingredients. Cook on LOW 7–8 hours or HIGH 3–4 hours.