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Plate of succulent slow cooker garlic butter steak bites garnished with herbs.

Garlic Butter Steak Bites

Tender steak bites cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours 45 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Protein
  • 3 pounds Sirloin Steak Cut into bite-sized pieces. Trim any excess fat before cutting.
Seasoning/Spice Blend
  • 1 tablespoon Kosher Salt Sprinkle generously over steak pieces.
  • 1 tablespoon Black Pepper Sprinkle generously over steak pieces.
Liquids/Dairy
  • 1 cup Unsalted Beef Stock Mix with au jus gravy.
  • 1 packet Au Jus Gravy Mix Follow package instructions for preparation.
Aromatics & Vegetables
  • 4 cloves Garlic Thinly sliced.
  • 1 medium Sweet Onion Chopped.
Optional Finishing Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Slice thinly and add during the last minutes of cooking.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season the steak pieces with kosher salt and black pepper.
  2. In a skillet over medium-high heat, add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil and sear the steak pieces for 2-3 minutes until browned on all sides (optional).
  3. In a bowl, mix 1 cup of unsalted beef stock with the au jus gravy mix, stir well, and pour into the slow cooker.
  4. Add the sliced garlic and chopped onion over the steak in the slow cooker.
Cooking
  1. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 3-4 hours until fork-tender.
  2. In the last 15 minutes of cooking, layer the thin slices of butter over the steak.
Serving
  1. Serve hot, drizzled with sauce from the slow cooker.

Notes

Consider marinating the steak for added flavor. Keep leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat on low heat when needed.