Slow Cooker Beef and Noodles is my absolute favorite comfort food for chilly evenings. I’ve been making this hearty dish for years, and it never disappoints! The tender beef slowly cooks all day, creating rich flavors that blend perfectly with thick, homestyle egg noodles. It’s one of those no-fuss meals that makes your house smell amazing while you go about your day.

Ingredients For Slow Cooker Beef and Noodles

3 lbs. chuck roast
1 (14.5 oz.) can beef consommé or low-sodium beef broth
1 envelope beefy onion soup mix
1 (10.5 oz.) can cream of celery soup or cream of mushroom soup
3-4 cloves garlic, minced
6-8 cups beef broth
1 (16-24 oz.) package Reames frozen home-style egg noodles
Kosher salt and pepper to taste
Chopped Italian flat-leaf parsley for garnish

How To Make Slow Cooker Beef and Noodles

First, I grab a large bowl and whisk together the can of beef consommé, beefy onion soup mix, cream of celery (or mushroom) soup, and minced garlic until well combined. This creates our flavor base!
Next, I place the chuck roast into my 6-quart slow cooker and pour the soup mixture right over it. I cover it and set it to cook on LOW for 8 hours or HIGH for 4 hours, depending on my schedule that day.
Once the cooking time is up, I carefully remove the roast to a plate or cutting board. Then I add 6-8 cups of beef broth to the slow cooker and turn it to HIGH.
While the broth heats up, I shred the beef using two forks – it usually falls apart so easily! I return all that tender shredded beef to the slow cooker.
Now for the noodles! I stir in the frozen egg noodles, cover again, and cook on HIGH for about an hour more, or until the noodles become nice and tender.
Before serving, I always taste and add salt and pepper if needed. The Slow Cooker Beef and Noodles gets served in bowls with a sprinkle of fresh parsley on top.

Tips For Making Slow Cooker Beef and Noodles

I’ve learned a few tricks over the years to make this dish even better:

Chuck roast works best because it has enough fat to become super tender during slow cooking.
Don’t skip the searing step if you have time! Even though it’s not in the basic recipe, I sometimes brown the roast in a hot skillet before adding it to the slow cooker. This adds deeper flavor.
The thickness of your final dish depends on the amount of broth you add. I start with 6 cups and add more if I want it thinner.
Reames frozen noodles are thicker than dried egg noodles and hold up better in the slow cooker. If you can’t find them, other thick egg noodles will work too.

Expert Cooking Tips

After making Slow Cooker Beef and Noodles countless times, I’ve picked up some expert advice:

Season your roast with salt and pepper before adding it to the slow cooker for an extra flavor boost.
For a richer taste, I sometimes add a tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce to the soup mixture.
The longer you cook the beef, the more tender it becomes. I prefer the 8-hour low setting when possible.
If the mixture gets too thick after adding noodles, just stir in a bit more hot beef broth.
Leftovers taste even better the next day! The flavors have more time to blend together.

Faq

Can I use a different cut of beef?
Yes! While chuck roast is my go-to, you can use bottom round or brisket. Just make sure it’s a cut that benefits from long, slow cooking.

How do I store leftovers?
I store mine in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. The noodles will absorb more liquid as it sits, so you might need to add a splash of broth when reheating.

Can I freeze this dish?
I’ve found the noodles can get a bit mushy when frozen and thawed. If you want to freeze it, I recommend doing so before adding the noodles, then cooking fresh noodles when you reheat it.

What can I serve with Slow Cooker Beef and Noodles?
I love serving this with a simple green salad or steamed vegetables like green beans or carrots. A piece of crusty bread for sopping up the gravy is perfect too!

Can I make this in an Instant Pot?
Absolutely! I’ve converted this recipe by using the pressure cook setting for the beef (about 60 minutes), then adding noodles and using the sauté function until they’re tender.