I’m a lazy cook but we’ve been making this for years! It never gets old!
This slow cooker ground beef chow mein is an easy, comforting dish that delivers rich flavor without needing constant attention on the stove. Tender beef simmers with vegetables in a savory, aromatic sauce until everything is perfectly blended, making it a great option for busy weeknights.
🍜 Slow Cooker Ground Beef Chow Mein
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Ground beef | 1½ pounds |
| Onion, chopped | 1 large |
| Garlic, minced | 3 cloves |
| Celery, sliced | 2 cups |
| Soy sauce | 1/4 cup |
| Hoisin sauce | 1 tablespoon |
| Ground ginger | 1 teaspoon |
| Black pepper | 1/4 teaspoon |
| Beef broth | 1/2 cup |
| Shredded cabbage or coleslaw mix | 2 cups |
| Carrot, julienned | 1 |
| Water chestnuts, sliced and drained | 1 can (5 oz) |
| Chow mein noodles or spaghetti, cooked | 8 oz |
Instructions
Step 1: Brown the beef
In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until fully browned and crumbly. Drain excess fat if needed, then transfer the beef to a slow cooker.
Step 2: Add aromatics and sauce
Add chopped onion, garlic, and celery to the slow cooker. In a separate bowl, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, ground ginger, black pepper, and beef broth. Pour over the beef and vegetables.
Step 3: Slow cook
Cover and cook on LOW for about 6 hours, or until the vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded together.
Step 4: Add fresh vegetables
About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the cabbage, carrots, and water chestnuts. Turn heat to HIGH and continue cooking until everything is heated through.
Step 5: Prepare noodles
While the slow cooker finishes, cook the chow mein noodles according to package directions. Drain well.
Step 6: Serve
Spoon the beef and vegetable mixture over the cooked noodles and serve warm.
✨ Savory, hearty, and full of comforting flavors, this slow cooker chow mein is an easy way to enjoy a takeout favorite at home.
