Crockpot Steak Recipe
Forget tough, chewy steak — this Crockpot Steak Recipe delivers melt-in-your-mouth tender and juicy steak with effortless slow cooking. Perfect for busy weeknights and budget-friendly, it uses simple ingredients and offers versatile flavor options.
Equipment
- Crockpot
- skillet,
Ingredients
- 1.5-2 lbs steak (chuck roast, sirloin, or round steak work well)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion sliced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- to taste salt and pepper
- 2 tbsp cornstarch optional, for thickening the sauce
- 2 tbsp cold water optional, for thickening the sauce
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the steak with salt and pepper. Sear the steak for 2-3 minutes per side, until browned. (Optional but recommended)
- Place the sliced onion at the bottom of the crockpot. Spread the minced garlic over the onions.
- Place the seared steak on top of the onions and garlic. Pour in the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and balsamic vinegar. Sprinkle with dried thyme and rosemary.
- Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the steak is very tender and easily shreds with a fork.
- If you want a thicker sauce, remove the steak and shred it. Whisk together cornstarch and cold water to create a slurry. Pour slurry into crockpot, stir, and cook on high for 15-20 minutes until thickened.
- Return shredded steak to the crockpot, stir to combine with sauce. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
This recipe is perfect for meal prepping; start cooking in the morning and come home to ready steak. You can customize it with your choice of herbs, spices, and add-ins like mushrooms, carrots, or a dollop of sour cream for creaminess.