Description
These Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Steak Bites are a rich and satisfying dinner idea that brings together tender steak, bold garlic, and melty Parmesan in one irresistibly creamy sauce. Perfect for a cozy night in, entertaining guests, or prepping meals ahead, this easy recipe is a must-try for lovers of comfort food. It’s a great choice for quick dinners, healthy protein-packed meals, or new weeknight food ideas.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
6–8 cloves garlic, minced or smashed
1 cup beef broth
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. Cut steak into 1-inch pieces and season with salt and pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear steak pieces on all sides until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side.
3. In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
4. Pour in beef broth and let it simmer with the garlic butter for another 2 minutes.
5. Transfer seared steak bites to a 6-quart crockpot. Pour the garlic butter mixture over the steak.
6. Add Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper flakes. Stir to coat the steak evenly.
7. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours, until steak is tender and sauce is creamy.
8. Taste and adjust seasoning with extra salt or broth if needed before serving.
Notes
Searing the steak first adds a deep flavor you can’t replicate by slow cooking alone.
Always use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for best texture and melting.
If the sauce thickens too much, add a splash of beef broth at the end to loosen it up.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
Keywords: crockpot garlic parmesan steak bites, easy dinner, slow cooker recipe, beef recipe, weeknight meal, low carb steak