How to Cook Swiss Steak in the Crock Pot

The crockpot swiss steak is a delicious and hassle-free meal for cooks who enjoy comforting food made with minimal effort. This recipe combines tender and juicy steak plus fresh-tasting vegetables and a savory sauce cooked perfectly in your trusty crockpot. This palatable meal will have your guests coming back for seconds. Say goodbye to lengthy, exhausting cooking times and hello to a dinner that’s sure to become a staple in your kitchen!

How Do You Prepare the Crockpot?

To prepare your crockpot for cooking Swiss steak, follow these simple steps:

Clean the crockpot: Always start with a clean crockpot to prevent leftover residue and bacteria from getting into your meals.

Spray or grease the crock: This step will prevent your steaks from sticking. You can lightly spray the insides of the crock, coat it with a thin layer of oil, or use melted butter.

Preheat the crockpot (optional): This step is not always necessary, but it can add flavor to the dish especially if you use this to sear your meat before slow cooking.

How Do You Prepare the Swiss Steak?

Before placing the steak in the crockpot, follow these steps to ensure a flavorful and well-cooked dish:

Trim excess fat: Large pieces of fat will eventually melt, resulting in an overly oily and greasy dish. If you want to prevent this, remove the excess fat before cooking.

Cut into serving-size pieces: Divide the steak into portions that are easy to serve and will cook evenly.

Season and dredge: Season the steak with salt and pepper liberally, then dip it in flour to create a coating that will thicken the sauce.

Tips and Tricks for Crockpot Swiss Steak 

Here are some additional tips and tricks to enhance your pot Swiss steak experience:

Choose the right cut of meat: Round or chuck steaks are the best cuts for this recipe as they become tender and flavorful when slow-cooked. You can use other cuts based on your preferred version of Swiss steaks.

Sear the steak: Performing this step will add new layers of flavor and improve the texture of the finished product.

Deglaze the pan: After searing the steak and sautéing the vegetables, deglaze the pan with a small amount of beef broth, scraping up any browned bits, and add this to the crockpot for an extra flavor boost. Some people prefer wine for deglazing, but it depends on your preference.

Adjust cooking time: If you enjoy thicker cuts of steak, adjust the cooking time accordingly to achieve the desired tenderness.

Customize your veggies: Play around with substitutions and add different vegetables to your dish.

Classic Crockpot Swiss Steak Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 lbs round or chuck steak, cut into serving-size pieces
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 large onion, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika

Instructions

1. Season the steak pieces generously with salt and pepper.
2. Dip the steak in flour and shake off any excess.
3. Heat the vegetable oil in a pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the coated steaks and sear on both sides until browned. Place the browned steak in the crockpot.
4. Using the same pan, cook the sliced onion, garlic, and bell peppers for 3-5 minutes, until the onions are translucent, the garlic is fragrant, and the peppers are slightly softened.
5. Transfer the cooked vegetables to the crockpot.
6. Combine the diced tomatoes, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, oregano, basil, and paprika in a deep dish. Pour the mixture over the steak and vegetables in the crockpot.
7. Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 6-8 hours until the steak cuts are fork tender.
8. Serve your crockpot Swiss steak with your side dish of choice!

Conclusion

Crockpot Swiss steak is a comforting and easy-to-prepare meal you can make for lazy days or when you want a hearty dish to share with family and friends. The slow cooking process tenderizes the steak and allows the flavors to blend into a mouthwatering meal that will impress. Try this recipe today!

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Classic Crockpot Swiss Steak

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Ingredients

  

• 2 lbs round or chuck steak, cut into serving size pieces
• salt, to taste
• pepper, to taste
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 large onion, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 14.5oz can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1/2 tsp paprika

Instructions

 

• Season the steak pieces generously with salt and pepper
• Dip the steak in flour and shake off any excess
• Heat the vegetable oil in a pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the coated steaks and sear on both sides until browned. Place the browned steak in the crockpot
• Using the same pan, cook the sliced onion, garlic, and bell peppers for 3-5 minutes, until the onions are translucent, the garlic is fragrant, and the peppers are slightly softened
• Transfer the cooked vegetables to the crockpot
• Combine the diced tomatoes, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, oregano, basil, and paprika in a deep dish. Pour the mixture over the steak and vegetables in the crockpot
• Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 6-8 hours until the steak cuts are fork tender
• Serve your crockpot Swiss steak with your side dish of choice!

Notes

*Photo by Carolyn Brunelle licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0