Description
This Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Steak Bites recipe offers tender and flavorful sirloin steak pieces cooked to perfection with garlic, onions, and a rich au jus gravy. Easy to prepare and slow-cooked for hours, this dish pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice, making it a comforting and savory meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Steak and Seasonings
- 3 pounds sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 Tablespoon vegetable oil (you may need more)
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 small sweet onion, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
Liquids and Seasoning Mix
- 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. Add 2 teaspoons kosher salt and 1 teaspoon black pepper, then toss to coat the meat evenly with the seasonings.
- Sear the steak: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Once the oil is hot, sear the steak pieces in batches, ensuring they develop a brown crust on all sides without cooking fully through. Add more oil if necessary to keep the pan hot.
- Prepare the slow cooker: Transfer all the seared steak pieces into a 6-quart slow cooker. Add the thinly sliced sweet onion and garlic, gently stirring to combine the ingredients.
- Add liquids and butter: Pour 1 cup of unsalted beef stock into the slow cooker. Sprinkle the 1-ounce packet of au jus gravy mix evenly over the top. Lay the 4 tablespoons of thinly sliced unsalted butter over the steak and aromatics.
- Slow cook the steak bites: Cover the slow cooker and cook on high for 3 to 4 hours, or on low for 6 to 8 hours. Stir the mixture gently once every hour if possible to ensure even cooking and flavor distribution.
- Serve: Once cooked tender, serve the garlic butter steak bites hot alongside mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice for a complete meal.
Notes
- Ensure the skillet is very hot before searing to get a good crust on the steak bites without overcooking.
- Stirring occasionally during slow cooking helps prevent the meat from sticking and promotes even flavor infusion.
- You can adjust butter quantity to your preference for richer flavor.
- Use a 6-quart slow cooker for optimal cooking space and heat distribution.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.