25 Hearty Stews Perfect for Cozy Nights In

As the weather cools down, there’s nothing like a hearty stew to bring some warmth to the dinner table. We’ve put together a collection of easy-to-make stews that are perfect for cozy evenings at home.

These recipes are all about rich flavors and simple ingredients, making it easy to whip up a comforting meal without spending all day in the kitchen. Whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a weekend treat, these stews will keep you feeling satisfied throughout the chilly months ahead.

Crockpot Beef Stew

Crockpot Beef Stew is the kind of recipe that makes life easier. It’s comforting, easy to put together, and fills your home with wonderful smells. Plus, with the leftovers, you’ve got a head start on another delicious meal later in the week.

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Old-Fashioned Beef Stew With Root Vegetables

Root Vegetable Beef Stew recipe by Cheerful Cook. — Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

This tender and juicy beef stew is bursting with flavor and texture. Tender beef and root vegetables make the perfect stew.

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Slow Cooker Poor Man’s Stew

This slow cooker poor man’s stew (aka hamburger stew) is rich and tasty. It’s a cozy, satisfying meal you can make easily in a slow cooker.

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Creamy Meatball Stew

You’re going to love this creamy meatball stew. It’s rich, creamy, meaty, savory, and makes a satisfying meal. It’s easy to make as well.

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Vegetable Beef Stew

A vegetable beef stew is a delicious way to satisfy your hungry tummy. This wonderful, tasty dish can be on the dinner table in just an hour!

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Easy Slow Cooker Beef Stew

This rich and hearty slow cooker beef stew is easy to make. Cooking it in the crockpot keeps the beef tender and perfects the flavors.

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Slow Cooker Chicken Stew

This thick, creamy and flavorful slow cooker chicken stew makes a wonderful dinner. It’s easy to make and boasts such fantastic flavors.

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Not Your Average Beef Stew

Not Your Average Beef Stew is full of carrots, potatoes and pearl onions and gets its flavor from red wine and balsamic vinegar. {gluten free}

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Cowboy Stew

Cowboy Stew is a hearty, one-pot wonder packed with veggies, ground beef, kielbasa smoked sausage, beans, and potatoes.

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Slow Cooker Mississippi Beef Stew

Slow Cooker Mississippi Beef Stew has tender beef and veggies in a flavorful, rich gravy with a bit of zip from the pepperoncini peppers.

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Moroccan Chicken Stew

Moroccan Chicken Stew, made in a slow cooker, is both tasty and healthy! Shredded chicken, served on rice, pasta, quinoa, cous cous or mashed potatoes!

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Corned Beef Stew

This old fashioned corned beef stew recipe is so flavorful and so easy to make. It’s the perfect dish for St. Patrick’s Day or a cold day.

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Texas Cowboy Stew

This Texas Cowboy Stew recipe Is filled with flavorful ground beef, smoked sausage, veggies, and beans that simmer in a seasoned tomato-based broth.

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Italian Sausage and Vegetable Stew

Italian Sausage & Vegetable Stew recipe by Simply Stacie. — Photo Credit: Simply Stacie.

Italian Sausage and Vegetable Stew is made in the slow cooker. Mediterranean vegetables blend with Italian sausage for a hearty meal.

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Brunswick Stew

Cozy up with this easy Brunswick stew recipe, featuring chicken, tomatoes, corn, and lima beans, perfect for a hearty and comforting meal.

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Cajun Shrimp Stew

This easy shrimp stew begins with a homemade roux and is packed with shrimp, trinity, and flavor! Old-fashioned, cajun comfort food!

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Italian Beef Stew

This savory Italian Beef Stew recipe makes a delicious, satisfying stew with a rich tomato gravy and meat that just melts in your mouth!

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Dutch Oven Venison Stew

Indulge in this delectable venison stew recipe cooked to perfection in a Dutch oven. This classic dish combines fall-apart tender venison shanks with an array of hearty vegetables, creating a satisfying meal bursting with rich flavor.

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