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Slow-Cooked Paleo Comfort Stew Recipe

This slow-cooked paleo beef and sweet potato stew is warm, hearty, and deeply flavorful. The beef becomes fall-apart tender after hours of gentle cooking, while sweet potatoes add natural sweetness and richness. It’s the kind of cozy meal that fills the kitchen with comforting aromas and feels perfect for chilly days or when you want something nourishing without much effort.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 423
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds stewing beef or chuck roast cut into chunks
  • 2 large sweet potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 1 medium carrot sliced
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup beef or vegetable broth
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional for heat
  • Salt and pepper to taste adjust seasoning as needed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil olive oil

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Slow cooker
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Measuring spoons
  • Measuring cups
  • Ladle

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet until shimmering, then add the beef chunks and sear until browned on all sides, about 5–7 minutes. Transfer the meat to the slow cooker.
  2. Add the chopped onion and sliced carrot to the same skillet. Cook for 3–4 minutes until the vegetables soften and the onions are fragrant, scraping up any browned bits.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, and cayenne pepper. Cook for about 30 seconds until the spices release their aroma.
  4. Pour everything from the skillet into the slow cooker. Add the cubed sweet potatoes and broth, then season with salt and pepper.
  5. Set the slow cooker to low and cook, uncovered, for 8 hours or until the beef is tender and the flavors are well combined.
  6. Stir the stew gently once cooked and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt or pepper to taste.
  7. Serve hot, topped with fresh herbs or a squeeze of lemon for brightness.