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Crock pot steak bites in garlic butter sauce served over creamy mashed potatoes

Garlic Butter Crock Pot Steak Bites

Tender, juicy crock pot steak bites slow-cooked in a rich homemade garlic butter sauce with no seasoning packets. A keto-friendly, family-approved weeknight dinner that practically makes itself.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 7 portions
Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 356
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 lbs steak tips cut into 1-inch cubes; round steak, stew meat, or sirloin all work well
  • 1 small yellow onion diced or thinly sliced; Vidalia or sweet onion preferred
  • 3 cloves garlic minced or thinly sliced; or 2 1/2 to 3 tsp jarred garlic
  • 4 tbsp butter diced into chunks; salted or unsalted
  • 1 cup beef broth low-sodium recommended
  • 1 cup red wine or substitute with an additional 1 cup beef broth
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce optional but recommended for depth of flavor
  • 2 tbsp oil divided; only needed if searing the beef
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Crock pot or slow cooker, 6-quart or larger
  • Large skillet or Dutch oven, optional for searing
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Tongs

Method
 

  1. Cut steak tips into uniform 1-inch cubes. Season all sides with kosher salt and black pepper and toss to coat evenly.
  2. Optional but recommended: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of oil until shimmering. Sear the steak bites in a single layer in 2 to 3 batches for 2 to 3 minutes per side until deeply browned. Do not overcrowd the pan. Add remaining oil between batches as needed.
  3. Transfer seared steak bites to the crock pot. If skipping the sear, add all ingredients directly to the crock pot.
  4. Add diced onion, minced garlic, and butter chunks on top of the meat. Pour in beef broth, red wine, and Worcestershire sauce.
  5. Cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours or HIGH for 3 to 4 hours, stirring occasionally. LOW setting yields the most tender results.
  6. Serve hot over buttered egg noodles, creamy mashed potatoes, steak fries, or rice. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

Steak cut: Steak tips, sirloin, round steak, or stew meat all work. Cheaper cuts benefit most from the low-and-slow method. Wine substitute: Replace red wine with additional beef broth if preferred. Do not overcook: Steak bites are leaner than pot roast and can toughen if cooked too long. Stay toward the lower end of the time range. Gluten-free: Use gluten-free Worcestershire sauce or substitute with a splash of balsamic vinegar.
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