Once you try these incredibly simple Crockpot Steak Bites, they’ll be on your dinner menu every week! Tender cubes of juicy steak marinate in the crock pot for hours in a silky, savory, beef au jus. Serve over a bed of rice, creamy mashed potatoes or some of your favorite vegetables for a complete, satisfying meal the whole family will love.
Reasons You’ll Love This
Easy to Make – The steak just needs a little prep, then the rest of the work is up to the slow cooker.
Pairs Well With – You can serve these steak bites with all your favorite side dishes!
Crockpot Recipe – I know a crockpot recipe can make people nervous, but trust me when I say that this one is REALLY good.
Weeknight Dinner – Slow cooker steak bites have saved me so much time, especially on that night of the week where you just can’t even.
Tender and Juicy – Even though the steak cooks for a while, these steak bites come out shockingly tender!
Ingredient Info
This is a discussion about the ingredients. For the actual recipe with amounts, please see the recipe below.
- Steak – I use a sirloin steak, but you can also use chuck roast, beef stew meat, really any cut of beef you like.
- Au Jus Mix – I make it easy for myself and grab a packet of Au Jus gravy mix.
- Broth – I used beef broth because we’re using beef, but this would work fine with chicken or vegetable broth if that’s what you have.
- Onion – Sweet onion is my favorite, but you can use yellow or white instead.
Step by Step Instructions
This is a discussion about the recipe. For the actual recipe with amounts, please see the recipe below.
- Season the steak, Sear in a large skillet then transfer to the crockpot.
- Mix broth ingredients. Pour over the steak into the slow cooker.
- Cook on low or high until done. Serve and enjoy!
Tips & Advice
Christi’s Kitchen Tips
Delicious Gravy Tips – The Au Jus alone isn’t very thick, it comes out soup-like. If you’d like to thicken the sauce, you can make a cornstarch slurry. About 30 minutes before serving, mix 2 tablespoons of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water or beef broth. Add this to the crock pot and stir. While it cooks, you should see the sauce thicken.
Storage – Store the leftover steak bites in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the sauce on the stove until warm. I don’t recommend microwaving, that can cause the steak to become too tough.
Serve With – I switch between serving this with some white rice and mashed or fried potatoes. Sometimes I’ll switch it up and serve it over egg noodles or as a sandwich with some Swiss or provolone cheese.
For a pop of color I also like to add broccoli, green beans, brussels sprouts or glazed carrots on the side. Sometimes I’ll even stir a handful of spinach into the gravy.
Equipment
To make these slow cooker steak bites, you’ll just need a large skillet, mixing bowls, as well as a 6-7 qt slow cooker.
FAQs
Yes! With this recipe, you’ll sear the steak on the stove first. No need to worry about putting raw meat in a crockpot and wondering whether or not it’s cooked properly.
I prefer sirloin for this recipe because the meat stays tender even through a longer cooking period.
Make sure the steak is fully submerged in liquid while in the slow cooker. Cooking them on low versus high can also help keep the beef from becoming tough and offers great flavor as well.
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- Slow Cooker Beef Stroganoff
- Beef Stew Crockpot Recipe
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Crockpot Steak Bites
Ingredients
- 3 lbs sirloin steak cut into bite sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 oz au jus mix 1 packet
- 3 cups beef broth
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 tablespoons garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
Instructions
- Cut your steak into small, bite size pieces. Season the cubes with regular salt and black pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat add the small pieces of steak and sear for about 1-2 minutes on each side. No need to cook them all the way through. Once done, transfer the steak to the slow cooker.
- In a medium bowl, combine the au jus mix, beef broth, onion, minced garlic, and Worcestershire sauce. If you like spice, add red pepper flakes.
- Pour the broth into the slow cooker. Stir with the steak to combine. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Once done, serve the steak with your favorite sides and top with some of the au jus. Garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
Disclaimer
Nutrition information is estimated as a courtesy. If using for medical purposes, please verify information using your own nutritional calculator. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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