Tender, juicy, and full of flavor — these Crockpot Steak Bites are slow-cooked to perfection in a rich, savory sauce that melts in your mouth!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Tender, melt-in-your-mouth beef with rich, savory sauce.

• Easy to prepare — just season, combine, and let the crockpot do the work.

• Perfect for a comforting weeknight meal or meal prep.

• Customizable with veggies like potatoes, carrots, mushrooms, and onions.

Ingredients

For the Meat:

• 2 lbs beef sirloin, chuck roast, or stew meat, cut into bite-sized chunks

• 1 tsp salt

• 1 tsp black pepper

• 1–2 tbsp olive oil for browning (optional)

For the Sauce:

• 1 cup beef broth

• ¼ cup soy sauce

• ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce

• 3 tbsp brown sugar

• 2 tbsp tomato paste

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tsp smoked paprika

• ½ tsp onion powder

• ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Optional Add-ins:

• 1 lb baby potatoes, halved

• 1 cup baby carrots

• 1 cup sliced mushrooms

• 1 medium onion, roughly chopped

• 1–2 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp cold water (for thickening)

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6–8 hours
Total Time: 6 hrs 15 mins
Yield: 6 servings

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Beef

Pat beef dry, season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat.

Step 2: Brown the Meat (Optional)

Heat olive oil in a skillet and brown meat on all sides for extra flavor.

Step 3: Make the Sauce

In a bowl, whisk together beef broth, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, tomato paste, garlic, smoked paprika, onion powder, and red pepper flakes.

Step 4: Assemble in Crockpot

Transfer beef to crockpot, add optional veggies, and pour sauce over everything.

Step 5: Cook

Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours until beef is fork-tender.

Step 6: Thicken Sauce

About 20 minutes before serving, stir in cornstarch slurry and cook on HIGH until sauce thickens.

Step 7: Serve

Serve hot over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use frozen beef?

Yes, but increase the cooking time and ensure meat is thawed enough to separate pieces.

Can I make this in an Instant Pot?

Yes, cook on HIGH pressure for about 35–40 minutes, then thicken sauce afterward.

What veggies work best?

Potatoes, carrots, mushrooms, and onions are ideal, but feel free to add bell peppers or zucchini.

Final Thoughts

These Crockpot Steak Bites are a hearty, comforting, and flavorful meal that’s perfect for busy days. Tender beef, rich sauce, and optional veggies make it a family favorite.