Savory Crock Pot Beef and Broccoli

Slow Cooker Beef & Broccoli

This slow cooker beef and broccoli is tender, saucy, and full of takeout-style flavor with almost no effort. Ten minutes of prep, then the crock pot does the rest for an easy weeknight dinner.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 hours 30 minutes
Total Time: 5 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients

For the Beef & Sauce

• 2 lb sirloin steak or boneless beef chuck roast, sliced thin
• 1 cup beef broth
• ½ cup low sodium soy sauce
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• 1 Tbsp sesame oil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced

To Thicken & Finish

• 4 Tbsp cornstarch
• 4 Tbsp water
• 1 bag (12 oz) frozen broccoli florets

To Serve

• Cooked white rice (optional but recommended)

Instructions

1. Make the sauce in the crock pot
   In the insert of a 6-quart slow cooker, whisk together beef broth, soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and minced garlic until the sugar is mostly dissolved.
2. Add the beef
   Place the sliced beef into the slow cooker and toss gently so all the pieces are coated in the sauce. Spread into an even layer.
3. Slow cook
   Cover with the lid and cook on Low for about 5 hours, or until the beef is very tender.
4. Thicken the sauce
   In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water until smooth. Pour this slurry into the slow cooker and stir well to combine with the cooking liquid.
5. Add the broccoli
   Add the frozen broccoli florets on top of the beef and sauce. Gently stir to mix them in. Cover and cook on Low for about 30 minutes, or until the broccoli is heated through and the sauce has thickened and turned glossy.
6. Serve
   Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve the beef and broccoli over warm white rice and spoon extra sauce over the top.

Pro Tips

• Cut choice: Sirloin will be leaner; chuck roast will be richer and extra tender after slow cooking.
• Slice thinly: Thin slices cook more evenly and soak up more sauce. Slice against the grain for tenderness.
• Sesame oil matters: Toasted sesame oil gives that classic “Chinese takeout” flavor. If you skip it, the dish will be less aromatic.
• Fresh vs frozen broccoli: Frozen is convenient and holds up well. If using fresh florets, add them in the last 30–45 minutes so they stay bright green with a bit of crunch.
• Adjust sweetness and salt: Use more or less brown sugar to taste, and keep in mind soy sauce brands vary in saltiness.
• Sauce too thin or thick?
  • Too thin: mix 1 more tablespoon cornstarch with 1 tablespoon water and stir in; cook a bit longer.
  • Too thick: stir in a splash of beef broth or water to loosen.

Estimated Nutrition (per serving, without rice)

Serving Size	Calories	Protein	Carbs	Fat	Fiber	Sugar
1/6 of recipe	350	30 g	18 g	16 g	2 g	7 g

Disclaimer: Nutrition values are estimates based on typical ingredients and may vary with specific brands and quantities. For medical or strict dietary needs, please consult a registered dietitian or use your own calculator.

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