Crockpot Steak Bites

Tender sirloin steak bites slow-cooked in rich au jus sauce with butter and garlic. This hands-off crockpot recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavor with minimal effort.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 4

Total Time 4 10

Servings: 6 portions

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 410

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

3 pounds sirloin steak cut into bite-sized pieces
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil divided
1 small sweet onion thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic thinly sliced
1 cup unsalted beef stock or broth
1 ounce au jus gravy mix 1 packet
4 tablespoons unsalted butter thinly sliced
fresh chopped parsley optional for garnish

Equipment

6-quart crockpot or slow cooker
large skillet
Large mixing bowl
sharp knife

Method

Place steak pieces in a large bowl and toss with salt and pepper until evenly coated.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon oil and sear half the steak pieces until browned, about 2 to 3 minutes. Don't overcrowd the pan.
Repeat searing process with remaining 1 tablespoon oil and remaining steak pieces.
Transfer all seared steak to a 6-quart crockpot.
Add sliced onion and garlic, tossing gently with the steak.
Pour beef stock evenly over everything in the crockpot. Sprinkle au jus gravy mix on top.
Lay butter slices evenly across the top of the steak and vegetables.
Cover and cook on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours or LOW for 6 to 8 hours, until steak is fork-tender.
Gently stir before serving and garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired.

Notes

Searing the steak first locks in flavor and creates depth. Use unsalted stock and butter to control saltiness. Thinly slice garlic to avoid bitterness during long cooking. Stir occasionally for even cooking. Add sliced mushrooms during the last 2 hours for extra flavor.