Ninja Foodi Beef Stew Recipe
This Ninja Foodi Beef Stew Recipe delivers tender beef, hearty potatoes, carrots, and celery in a rich, flavorful broth—all in just 40 minutes. The pressure cooker locks in deep, slow-cooked taste in a fraction of the time, making it perfect for busy nights.
6 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 - 2 pounds beef stew meat such as chuck roast or bottom round
- 1/2 cup white onion diced
- 3 cups beef broth low sodium recommended
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 2 cloves garlic crushed (or 2 teaspoons garlic powder)
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 3 russet potatoes peeled and diced (approximately 2 cups)
- 2 carrots diced
- 2 celery stalks diced
- 1 beef bouillon cube
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
Instructions
Sear the Beef and Sauté the Onion
- Set the Ninja Foodi to Sauté mode and allow it to heat for a few minutes. Add the stew meat and diced onion to the pot, searing the beef on all sides until it is browned. Stir occasionally to prevent burning. This step enhances the depth of flavor in the final dish.
Add the Ingredients
- Once the beef is well-seared, add the beef broth, bay leaf, paprika, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, potatoes, carrots, celery, and bouillon cube. Stir the ingredients thoroughly to ensure even distribution.
Pressure Cook the Stew
- Secure the pressure cooker lid onto the Ninja Foodi and set the nozzle to the ‘seal’ position. Select the manual high-pressure cooking mode and set the timer for 30 minutes.
Release the Pressure
- Once the cooking cycle is complete, allow the stew to naturally release pressure for 5 minutes. Afterward, carefully perform a quick pressure release by turning the nozzle to ‘vent’.
Thicken the Stew
- In a small bowl, whisk 2 tablespoons of cornstarch with an equal amount of cold water until smooth. Stir this mixture into the stew, allowing it to thicken for several minutes before serving.
Serve and Enjoy
- Discard the bay leaf, then ladle the stew into bowls. Allow it to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy with a side of crusty bread or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
Notes
To prepare a gluten-free version of this Ninja Foodi Beef Stew Recipe, simply:
- Use a gluten-free Worcestershire sauce, as traditional versions may contain gluten.
- Replace the beef bouillon cube with a gluten-free alternative or use additional beef broth for enhanced flavor.
- Substitute cornstarch with arrowroot powder in equal amounts to maintain the stew’s thick consistency.