Beef Stew Ingredients:

• 3lbs beef chuck, cut into 2-inch pieces
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 yellow onions, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 5 carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
• 2 tbsp kosher salt
• 2 tbsp pepper
• 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 2 tbsp minced garlic
• 15oz can of tomato paste
• 2 cups dry red wine
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 cup of water
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 tbsp dried thyme
• 1lb baby Yukon potato, cut in half
• Salt, to taste
• Pepper, to taste

Baked Potato Ingredients:

• 8 potatoes, or however many needed
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 1 tsp pepper
• 1/2 cup shredded colby jack cheese

Beef Stew Instructions:

1. Season the beef cubes generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
2. In a large pot or Dutch oven, sear the seasoned beef on all sides until browned.
3. Add the onion and carrots to the pot, and cook until the vegetables start to soften.
4. Stir in the tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, beef broth, and red wine (if using).
5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 1-2 hours, or until the beef is tender.
6. Add the peas and corn to the stew and let it simmer for another 5 minutes.
7. Stir in the cornstarch slurry to thicken the stew (if needed), then season with salt and pepper to taste.

Baked Potato Instructions:

1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
2. Clean the potatoes and prick them with a fork several times to allow steam to escape during cooking.
3. Rub the potatoes with olive oil and season them with salt and pepper.
4. Place the potatoes in the air fryer basket, leaving space between each potato.
5. Air fry for 40-50 minutes, or until the potatoes are cooked through and have a crispy exterior.

Assemble Your Beef Stew Baked Potatoes:

1. Slice the cooked potatoes lengthwise and gently press the ends together to open them.
2. Fill each potato with a generous helping of the beef stew.
3. Top the stew-filled potatoes with sour cream, shredded cheese, and chives.

This delightful air fryer beef stew baked potato recipe is a fantastic way to upgrade your comfort food game. With its savory, tender beef, nutrient-rich vegetables, and perfectly air-fried baked potatoes, you'll find yourself reaching for this recipe time and time again. Don't forget to customize the toppings to make them your own!