Description
These Crockpot Steak Bites offer a tender, flavorful meal by searing sirloin steak pieces before slow cooking them with savory onions, garlic, and a rich au jus gravy. Perfect for an easy, hands-off dinner that’s both comforting and delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
Steak and Seasoning
- 3 pounds sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Cooking Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 small sweet onion, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1 cup unsalted beef stock
- 1 (1 ounce) packet au jus gravy mix
- 4 Tablespoons unsalted butter, thinly sliced
Garnish
- Fresh chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Season the Steak: Place the cubed sirloin steak in a large bowl. Sprinkle with kosher salt and black pepper, then toss well to ensure all pieces are evenly seasoned.
- Sear the Steak: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add half of the vegetable oil. In batches, sear the steak bites until browned on all sides. Transfer the seared steak pieces to the slow cooker. Add more oil to the skillet as needed for searing remaining batches.
- Add Aromatics: Once all the steak is seared and in the slow cooker, add the thinly sliced sweet onion and garlic. Gently toss these with the steak bites for even distribution.
- Add Liquids and Flavoring: Pour 1 cup of unsalted beef stock into the slow cooker. Sprinkle the au jus gravy mix evenly over the mixture. Top with thin slices of unsalted butter to enrich the sauce as it cooks.
- Slow Cook: Cover the slow cooker and set to high for 3-4 hours or low for 6-8 hours. If possible, stir every 30 minutes to distribute flavors and prevent sticking.
- Serve: When cooking is complete and the steak bites are tender, serve warm, garnished with freshly chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
- For best results, sear the steak in batches to avoid overcrowding and ensure proper browning.
- Adjust the cooking time based on your slow cooker’s temperature; low and slow cooking yields more tender steak.
- Use fresh garlic and onions for optimal flavor, but feel free to adjust quantities based on preference.
- Optional garnish of parsley adds fresh color and a slight herbal note.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently to maintain tenderness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3-4 hours on high or 6-8 hours on low
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: crockpot steak bites, slow cooker steak, easy steak recipe, beef stew, comfort food
