Here’s a rich, tender Shredded Beef in Gravy that melts in your mouth 🤎 Perfect over mashed potatoes, rice, noodles, or with crusty bread.
🥩 Shredded Beef in Gravy
🧾 Ingredients (serves 4–6)
2½–3 lb beef chuck roast
Salt & black pepper to taste
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp Italian seasoning (or thyme)
2 tbsp olive oil
1 large onion, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 cups beef broth
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tbsp soy sauce (optional, adds depth)
2 tbsp butter
2 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp cold water (optional, for thicker gravy)
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Sear the beef
Pat beef dry and season with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear beef on all sides until deeply browned. Remove and set aside.
2️⃣ Build the flavor
In the same pot, add onions and cook 4–5 minutes until soft and caramelized. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
3️⃣ Slow cook
Return beef to the pot. Pour in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce. Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook:
Stovetop: 2½–3 hours on low
Oven: 325°F (165°C) for 3 hours
Slow cooker: 8 hours LOW or 4–5 hours HIGH
4️⃣ Shred the beef
Remove beef and shred with two forks. Return shredded beef to the gravy.
5️⃣ Thicken the gravy (optional)
Mix cornstarch with cold water. Stir into gravy and simmer 3–5 minutes until thick. Finish with butter for extra richness.
