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Slow Cooker Beef Thighs

Slow Cooker Beef Thighs: Easy 4-Serving Dinner for Busy Weeknights


  • Author: Curtis James
  • Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: None

Description

Discover the perfect weeknight dinner with Slow Cooker Beef Thighs, a simple yet flavorful recipe that combines smoked beef thighs, soy sauce, ketchup, and grape juice for a rich, savory glaze. In just a few easy steps, the low‑heat cooking locks in moisture, creating melt‑in‑the‑mouth meat that pairs beautifully with rice, noodles, or roasted vegetables. Ideal for busy families, this comforting dish delivers restaurant‑quality taste with minimal effort, making it a go‑to staple for home cooking


Ingredients

Scale
    • 4 beef thighs
    • 1/2 cup soy sauce
    • 1/2 cup ketchup
    • 1/4 cup grape juice
    • 1 onion
    • chopped
    • 2 cloves garlic
    • minced
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 teaspoon onion powder
    • Salt to taste
    • Pepper to taste

Instructions

    1. Mix soy sauce, ketchup, and grape juice.
    2. Season beef thighs with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
    3. Add chopped onion and minced garlic on top.
    4. Pour sauce over the beef and cover.
    5. Cook on low for 6‑8 hours until tender.
    6. Serve hot with your favorite sides.

Notes

  • For extra depth
  • sear the beef thighs before adding to the slow cooker. Adjust salt and pepper to personal taste.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-8 hours
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 thigh
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

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