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Easy Crockpot Beef and Broccoli Better Than Takeout

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This Easy Crockpot Beef and Broccoli is better than takeout—tender beef, glossy sauce, and perfectly cooked broccoli, all made in your slow cooker with minimal effort. It’s budget-friendly, customizable, and a weeknight hero.

Ingredients

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  • 2–3 pounds beef chuck roast, sliced into thin strips
  • ⅔ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • ½ cup beef broth
  • ¼ cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 3 tablespoons water
  • 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • 3–4 green onions, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

  1. Slice the beef: Cut chuck roast into thin strips, about ¼-inch thick. For easier slicing, freeze for 20 minutes first. Slice against the grain.
  2. Sear the beef (optional but recommended): Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear beef strips in batches for 1-2 minutes per side until browned.
  3. Make the sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, beef broth, brown sugar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and rice vinegar.
  4. Layer in the crockpot: Place seared beef in the slow cooker. Pour sauce over the top and stir to coat.
  5. Cook low and slow: Cover and cook on LOW for 5-6 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours. Beef should be fork-tender.
  6. Thicken the sauce: In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth. Pour slurry into the crockpot and stir gently. Cook uncovered for the last 30 minutes.
  7. Add the broccoli: During the last 30 minutes, add fresh broccoli florets and stir gently. For crunchier broccoli, add at the 15-minute mark.
  8. Finish and serve: Stir everything together. Serve over steamed rice, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

Searing the beef adds depth of flavor. Slice against the grain for tenderness. Add broccoli at the end to avoid mush. Taste sauce before thickening and adjust seasoning. Don’t lift the lid during cooking.

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