Description
This Crockpot Steak Bites recipe delivers tender, juicy pieces of steak cooked low and slow in a flavorful broth with butter, garlic, and onions. It’s an easy, hands-off method for a satisfying and delicious beef dish perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Steak Bites
- 3 lbs round steak, cut into small pieces
- ½ onion, diced
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup beef broth
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Cut the round steak into small bite-sized pieces, dice the onion, and mince the garlic for even distribution and maximum flavor.
- Combine in Crockpot: Place the steak pieces, diced onion, minced garlic, salt, pepper, butter, and beef broth into the crockpot.
- Mix Well: Stir the ingredients gently to ensure the seasonings and butter are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Cook Slowly: Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and to evenly cook the steak bites.
- Finish and Serve: Once the steak is tender and cooked through with flavorful juices, serve the steak bites hot paired with your favorite sides for a hearty meal.
Notes
- Using a round steak makes this dish budget-friendly while still delivering great flavor.
- Adjust cooking time depending on your crockpot – slow cooking ensures maximum tenderness.
- For an extra rich taste, you can brown the steak pieces in a skillet before adding them to the crockpot, though it’s optional.
- Feel free to add vegetables like mushrooms or bell peppers to the crockpot for a complete one-pot meal.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently to retain juiciness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
