Crockpot Steak Bites Garlic Butter (Printable)

Tender steak bites slow-cooked with garlic, butter, and herbs for an easy flavorful main dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Meats

01 - 2 lbs sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes

→ Vegetables & Aromatics

02 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
03 - 1 small onion, finely chopped

→ Liquids

04 - 1/2 cup beef broth
05 - 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

→ Dairy

06 - 3 tbsp unsalted butter, divided

→ Spices & Herbs

07 - 1 tsp kosher salt
08 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
09 - 1 tsp dried Italian herbs
10 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
11 - Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

# How-To Steps:

01 - Pat steak cubes dry with paper towels. Season thoroughly with salt, pepper, Italian herbs, and smoked paprika, ensuring even coating on all sides.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear steak cubes in batches for 1-2 minutes per side until browned. Transfer seared steak to the crockpot.
03 - Add minced garlic and onion to the skillet, adding more butter if necessary. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and softened. Pour in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, scraping up browned bits from the bottom.
04 - Pour the aromatic mixture over the steak in the crockpot. Add remaining butter on top. Stir gently to distribute ingredients evenly.
05 - Cover and cook on LOW setting for 4 hours, or until steak reaches desired tenderness and flavors have melded together.
06 - Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish generously with fresh chopped parsley and serve hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The meat practically melts in your mouth while developing incredible depth of flavor
  • Your slow cooker does all the heavy lifting while you handle whatever else life throws at you
02 -
  • Searing might feel like an extra step, but those browned bits transform into deep, savory flavor in the sauce
  • Resist the urge to lift the lid too often, every peek adds about 15 minutes to your cooking time
03 -
  • Add a splash of heavy cream during the last 10 minutes for restaurant-worthy richness
  • Let the meat rest for 5 minutes before serving so it retains all those delicious juices

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