Description
Discover how to make succulent, tender Crockpot Steak with this easy and flavorful recipe. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this slow cooker steak recipe yields melt-in-your-mouth beef with minimal effort. Ideal for steak lovers seeking juicy, perfectly cooked meat with rich, savory flavors in a convenient crockpot setting.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs of your favorite steak cut (sirloin, tenderloin, or filet)
- 1 cup beef broth or red wine
- 1 onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: sliced mushrooms, carrots, or potatoes for added flavor
Instructions
- Season the Steak: Rub your steaks with salt, pepper, thyme, and minced garlic to enhance flavor.
- Sear the Meat: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sear each side of the steak until golden brown. This step boosts flavor and texture but can be skipped for a faster method.
- Prepare the Crockpot: Place sliced onions and optional vegetables at the bottom of the crockpot.
- Add the Steak: Arrange the seared steaks on top of the vegetables.
- Pour Liquids: Deglaze the skillet with beef broth or red wine, scraping up flavorful bits, then pour over the steak in the crockpot.
- Cook on Low: Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours until the steak is tender and juicy.
Notes
- Use tender cuts like filet or sirloin for best results.
- Searing the steaks before slow cooking adds depth of flavor.
- Avoid overcooking—monitor cooking time to keep steaks tender.
- Add vegetables for a complete meal and extra flavor.
- Experiment with different liquids like beef broth, red wine, or tomato sauce for variation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 350 Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg