These no peek beef tips are one of my favorite set-it-and-forget-it dinners because it's so easy and delicious! The slow cooker does all the work, leaving you with tender beef and rich, savory gravy that's perfect over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles.
I've made this recipe many times, and it's one I rely on when I need an easy, dependable meal. Slow cooking helps transform stew meat into fork-tender bites, making this a simple recipe that's beginner-friendly and perfect for busy weeknights.
Another family favorite includes this shredded beef in a crockpot recipe. Or, you might want to try this oven baked No Peek Chicken with Rice recipe! My kids LOVE the chicken no-peek recipe. If you like these comfort type recipes, here is a collection from my site - easy Comfort Food recipes.
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Why I love this No Peek Beef Tips Recipe
- Easy dinner – This recipe comes together with just a few pantry staples, and the slow cooker does the rest.
- Fork-tender beef – Hours of low-and-slow cooking turn stew meat into juicy, melt-in-your-mouth bites with rich, savory gravy.
- Family favorite – Even picky eaters love this comforting meal, especially served over mashed potatoes, rice, or buttered noodles.
- Great for busy days – Prep takes just minutes, making it an ideal weeknight dinner or make-ahead meal.
- Comfort food classic – If you're looking for an easy beef tips recipe that's hearty, filling, and dependable, this one never disappoints.
- Leftovers taste amazing – The flavors deepen overnight, making these crockpot beef tips just as delicious the next day.
Ingredients for Crock Pot Beef Tips
- Cubed beef stew meat - I like to make sure most of the fat is trimmed. Some people like leaving most on, but I find my picky eaters don't like it. If a chuck roast is on sale, I'll buy that and cut my own beef stew meat. Beef tips are the more expensive option but I don't think they are necessary.
- Package of brown gravy - I like McCormicks but if you have a different one you use, go ahead and use that.
- Package of brown gravy - I like McCormicks but if you have a different one you use, go ahead and use that.
- Can of cream of mushroom soup - I always seem to have Campbell's brand around. However, you can substitute a different brand.
- Envelope of Onion Soup Mix - Any brand works. This is an important part of where the seasoning for the flavor comes from.
- 1 can Beef Broth - If watching your salt intake, buy ingredients low in sodium. You can also substitute water for this if needed.
- Mushrooms (optional) - not normally in this recipe but I think they are great in it! Add an 8 oz package of cleaned white or baby portabello mushrooms that have been cut in half.
How to Make Beef Tips in A Crock Pot
Step 1
I personally find this recipe is more flavorful if you can brown the stew meat. Use a large frying pan and add enough oil (use a high-heat oil like vegetable or canola) to lightly coat the bottom. Heat to medium-high. Spread out the beef cubes so there is some space between the pieces. Allow meat to stay in one spot for 3-4 minutes. Turn when browned and allow the second side to brown.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, mix gravy, mushroom soup, onion soup and beef broth until well mixed. Pour into slow cooker.
Step 3
Add beef to the liquid mixture.
Step 4
Cook on high for 3 ½ hours or low for 7 hours. Check that the meat is tender. If it isn't, let it cook for another ½ hour and check again.
Recipe Tips for Easy Beef Tips
- Salt (sodium) level can be reduced using low-sodium products and water instead of beef broth.
- If you don't have time to brown the beef, the recipe will work out great without that step.
- If you have red wine handy (not cooking wine), substitute up to ½ a cup of the beef broth with the wine. Heck, white wine works too!
What I Serve with Beef Tips
Serve over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice.
I always include bright colored sides such as steamed green beans, air fryer broccoli or honey glazed cooked carrots. In the summer, I enjoy a salad instead of cooked vegetables as my side.
FAQs
You do want some fat but look for a package that does not have a large amount of fat. Marbled beef is usually more tender but isn't always found in packages of stew beef. You want the meat to be a uniform red color - not look discolored.
No, by cooking it long and slow in a slow cooker, the beef will be nice and tender when following the proper cooking time.
Other Beef Recipes
Easy Crockpot Peek Beef Tips
Ingredients
- 2 pounds cubed beef stew meat trimmed of large fat pieces
- 1 package brown gravy I use McCormics but others work well
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 envelope onion soup mix
- 1 can beef broth
- 8 oz baby portabella mushrooms OPTIONAL
Instructions
- Optional - Brown cubed beef steak. If you don't have time, the recipe will turn out great without this step!
- In a medium bowl, mix gravy, mushroom soup, onion soup and beef broth until well mixed. Pour into slow cooker.
- Add beef to the liquid mixture. Stir.
- Cook on high for 3 ½ hours or 7 hours on low. Meat should be very tender.
Notes
Recipe Tips
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- If you don't have time to brown the beef, the recipe will work out great without that step.
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- If you have red wine handy (not cooking wine), substitute up to ½ a cup of the beef broth with the wine. Heck, white wine works too!
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- Salt (sodium) level can be reduced using low-sodium products and water instead of beef broth.
How to Serve
Serve over mashed potatoes, egg noodles or rice. My preference is in the order I have just listed.Sides to serve with
Serve with simple bright colored sides such as steamed green beans, steamed broccoli or cooked carrots. In the summer, I enjoy a salad instead of cooked vegetables as my side.Nutrition (estimate)
Denise
I’m allergic to mushrooms so soup is out, what do I use as a replacement?
Susan Moncrieff
Use a different soup. Cream of Chicken or Cream of Asparagus would work!
Joan
Can the no peek beef tips with the beef broth be made in the oven? If so what temperature and how long? Thank you
Susan Moncrieff
I have not made this recipe in the oven, so don't have any specific advice for you. However, once the weather gets a little cooler, it is on my list to make an oven version!
Monika
Cover with foil and put in 300 degree oven for 3 hours. Don't peek! Comes out delicious!
Susan Moncrieff
Hi Monika! People have been asking so thanks for sharing how you made this!!
My only recommendation is to make sure the dish is well covered because you don't want to lose the liquid.
Dawn
Probably a silly question: do you mix the gravy according to the gravy packet or just use the seasoning? Same with the onion soup?
This is my first time.
Susan Moncrieff
Just use the gravy packet as-is. Don't mix the gravy according to the package instructions. I'll make sure to make sure that is clear in the recipe instructions.
Diana
Awesome recipe! Making for the 2nd time. Thank you for sharing!
Susan Moncrieff
So glad you enjoyed it!
Pam W.
So easy & so flavorful. No need to add any seasoning. Great way to use stew meat instead of a soup or stew. Served it with bread & mashed potato’s like an open faced roast beef!!
Susan Moncrieff
I'm so glad you liked it! It's a great recipe to make for a busy day!