How to Make Slow Cooker Mexican Beef Stew - A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you in the mood for a comforting and flavorful meal that practically cooks itself? Look no further than this delicious recipe for Slow Cooker Mexican Beef Stew. This hearty and satisfying stew is filled with tender chunks of beef, savory seasonings, and a medley of vegetables, all simmered to perfection in a rich and zesty broth.

Using a slow cooker allows the flavors to meld together beautifully, resulting in a meal that tastes like it's been simmering on the stove all day. Plus,...

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Ingredients

  • 1 Reynolds® Slow Cooker Liner
  • 1 pound beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can reduced-sodium beef broth
  • 1 ½ teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 cup frozen whole kernel corn
  • ¼ cup Chopped avocado, cilantro, and/or crushed red pepper (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 7 hrs 15 mins
  • Total Time: 7 hrs 30 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Line a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker with a Reynolds slow cooker liner. Coat beef with flour.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef; cook and stir until browned, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Place beans, carrots, onion, and garlic into the prepared slow cooker liner. Top with browned beef. Add tomatoes, broth, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  • Cover and cook on low for 7 hours or until the beef is fork-tender.
  • Stir in corn gently with a rubber spatula. Cover and cook 10 minutes more or until heated through. If desired, serve with avocado, cilantro, and/or crushed red pepper.
  • Nutrition

    272 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 40mg
    • Sodium: 647mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 27g
    • Dietary Fiber: 8g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 22g
    • Vitamin C: 13mg
    • Calcium: 74mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 731mg