Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Steak Bites Recipe
This Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Steak Bites recipe features tender sirloin steak pieces seared to perfection, then slow-cooked with sweet onions, garlic, beef stock, and au jus gravy mix for a rich and flavorful dish. Perfect for an easy dinner served alongside mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3-4 hours (high) or 6-8 hours (low)
- Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes to 8 hours 15 minutes depending on slow cooker setting
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Steak and Seasoning
- 3 pounds sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Cooking Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon vegetable oil (you may need more)
- 1 small sweet onion, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1 cup unsalted beef stock
- 1 ounce packet au jus gravy mix
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Season the Steak: Place the 3 pounds of sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized pieces, into a large bowl. Season with 2 teaspoons kosher salt and 1 teaspoon black pepper, then toss to combine thoroughly.
- Sear the Steak: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon vegetable oil. Allow the pan to get very hot, then add the steak pieces in batches to brown them. Sear each batch without cooking through, aiming to develop a nice color. Add more oil if necessary during searing.
- Prepare Slow Cooker: Transfer all seared steak pieces to a 6-quart slow cooker. Add 1 small thinly sliced sweet onion and 3 thinly sliced garlic cloves to the slow cooker and gently stir to combine.
- Add Liquids and Butter: Pour 1 cup of unsalted beef stock evenly over the steak and onions. Sprinkle a 1-ounce packet of au jus gravy mix over the top. Lay 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter, thinly sliced, evenly across the mixture.
- Slow Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 6-8 hours. Stir the mixture once every hour if possible to ensure even cooking and flavor distribution.
- Serve: Once cooked, serve the garlic butter steak bites hot alongside mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice for a hearty and comforting meal.
Notes
- For best results, use a heavy-bottomed skillet to achieve a good sear on the steak.
- You can substitute sirloin with other tender steak cuts like ribeye or strip steak.
- Ensure the slow cooker is large enough (6-quart recommended) to avoid overcrowding the steak bites.
- Stirring occasionally during slow cooking helps prevent scorching and blends flavors well.
- Adjust seasoning to taste before serving, especially salt, since beef stock and au jus mix add saltiness.
- This recipe pairs well with creamy mashed potatoes, buttered egg noodles, or steamed rice.
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