Here’s a tender, flavorful recipe for Crockpot Steak Bites—juicy pieces of beef slow-cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce.
Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
- 2 lbs (900 g) beef steak (sirloin, chuck, or stew meat), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 3 tbsp butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp dried thyme (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- ½ cup beef broth
Instructions
- Prepare the steak:
- Pat steak pieces dry and season with salt, pepper, paprika, and onion powder.
- Optional sear (for extra flavor):
- Quickly sear the steak bites in a hot skillet for 1–2 minutes per side, then transfer to the crockpot.
- Add to crockpot:
- Place steak bites in the slow cooker.
- Add garlic, melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and beef broth.
- Stir gently to coat.
- Cook:
- Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours until tender.
- Serve:
- Spoon sauce over the steak bites and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
- Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread.
Tips & Variations
- Add mushrooms or onions for extra depth.
- Stir in a splash of soy sauce for a richer umami flavor.
- For a thicker sauce, mix 1 tbsp cornstarch with water and stir in during the last 20 minutes.
✅ Tip: Chuck steak works best for slow cooking—it becomes incredibly tender and absorbs all the flavors.
If you want, I can give you a garlic butter stovetop version that cooks in under 20 minutes with a crispy sear.
