Crockpot Chipotle Beef Tips for Easy Weeknight Dinner Tips, FAQ & printable recipe

Tips for success

For a deeper flavor, you can sear the beef tips in a hot skillet with a small amount of oil before placing them in the slow cooker. This adds a caramelized crust to the meat that enhances the overall richness of the sauce. If you choose to sear, ensure you deglaze the pan with a little water or broth and add those pan drippings to the slow cooker to capture all the flavor.

If you find the sauce is too thin at the end of the cooking process, you can remove the beef and peppers with a slotted spoon and simmer the remaining liquid on the stovetop over medium-high heat until it reduces to your desired consistency.

Alternatively, stir in a small amount of cornstarch slurry and cook for a few extra minutes until the sauce thickens appropriately, ensuring it perfectly coats the beef and peppers.

Variations

• Vegetable Medley: Add sliced mushrooms and onions along with the bell peppers to increase the depth of the vegetable flavor. These additions absorb the smoky chipotle sauce beautifully and provide a more complex texture to the final dish.
• Spicy Kick: For those who prefer a spicier profile, include a diced jalapeño or a teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes with the tomatoes. This adjustment intensifies the heat and complements the smoky notes of the chipotle seasoning.

Storage and make-ahead

Fridge

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Freezer

Freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.

Reheat

Reheat in a saucepan over medium-low heat until steaming hot, or microwave in 30-second intervals until warmed through.

Store any leftovers in an airtight container to maintain freshness and prevent the absorption of odors from other items in the refrigerator. Ensure the food has cooled to room temperature, but do not leave it out for more than two hours after cooking.

Properly stored, the beef tips will maintain their quality and flavor for up to three days when refrigerated, making them an excellent candidate for convenient, ready-to-eat meals throughout the week.

These beef tips are ideal for make-ahead meals. You can prepare the ingredients in the slow cooker insert the night before, cover it, and keep it in the refrigerator. Simply place the insert into the slow cooker base in the morning and start the cooking process. This saves significant time during busy mornings and ensures that a hot, delicious meal is ready the moment you walk through the door at the end of the day.

Serving ideas

Serve the beef tips hot, directly from the slow cooker or transferred to a large serving platter. The rich, smoky sauce is perfect for ladling over a bed of fluffy mashed potatoes, steamed white rice, or even creamy polenta to soak up all the juices.

A side of roasted vegetables or a crisp green salad provides a nice textural contrast to the tender, slow-cooked meat, creating a balanced and satisfying dining experience for everyone at the table.

Garnish the dish with freshly chopped parsley or cilantro to add a pop of color and a touch of freshness that cuts through the richness of the chipotle sauce. For those who enjoy an extra kick, a small dollop of sour cream or a squeeze of fresh lime juice can brighten the flavors just before serving.

These simple additions elevate the presentation and provide a professional finishing touch to the meal, making it suitable for both casual family dinners and gatherings.

Frequently asked questions

Recipe card

Crockpot Chipotle Beef Tips for Easy Weeknight Dinner

Prep 10 minCook 8 hRest 5 minTotal 8 h 15 minServes 4

Ingredients

• 2 lb beef tips
• 2 red bell peppers, sliced
• 1 packet chipotle seasoning packet
• 14.5 oz diced tomatoes

Instructions

1. Place the raw beef tips into the bottom of the slow cooker. Scatter the sliced red bell peppers over the beef. Sprinkle the chipotle seasoning packet evenly over the peppers, then pour the diced tomatoes over the top.
2. Cover the slow cooker with the lid. Cook on low heat for 7 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours until the beef is very tender.
3. Check that the beef tips have reached an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). Once done, turn off the heat and let the beef tips rest for at least 3 minutes before serving to ensure the juices redistribute properly.

Estimated nutrition per serving

Calories

320

Protein

28 g

Carbohydrates

12 g

Fat

18 g

Fiber

2.5 g

Sugar

6 g

Sodium

450 mg

Automatic estimate from the ingredient list, not laboratory-verified.