Crockpot Swiss Steak

This crockpot Swiss steak recipe turns a simple cut of beef into a satisfying, flavorful meal. It's easy comfort food that tastes great both for busy weeknights and a relaxing Sunday dinner.

Plus, you can serve the main course with all your favorite, quick side dishes, so dinner comes together in no time at all.

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• Why you'll love this recipe   
• Ingredients
• Instructions 
• Equipment
• FAQ's
• Deb's tips
• Variations
• Storage
• Related recipes
• Serve with
• Crockpot Swiss Steak Recipe

Why you'll love this recipe   

✔️ The savory tomato sauce is packed with flavor from zingy peppers and red onion, perfectly complementing the juicy beef.

✔️ Cheap round steak gets a delicious upgrade—this slow cooker Swiss steak recipe makes an inexpensive cut of meat taste super tender!

✔️ As with the best crockpot recipes, you can cook it for 6-8 hours or 8-10 hours, depending on your schedule.

Ingredients

Please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post for the exact measurements. 

• round steaks or cube steak
• bell peppers
• red onion
• Montreal steak seasoning
• flour
• canned whole tomatoes
• brown gravy mix

Instructions 

This is an overview of the instructions. For complete directions, scroll down to the bottom.

1. Spray crockpot with non-stick coating, set aside.
2. Place flour on a plate, sprinkle with the Montreal steak seasoning and whisk to combine.
3. Press each steak into the flour mixture. Coat both sides, shake off excess flour coating. (Discard unused flour).
4. Place the steak in the crockpot.
5. Top with sliced onions and bell peppers. Pour the canned tomatoes in next. 
6. Sprinkle the beef gravy mixture over everything. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours. Or, if you're cooking it on high, 6-8 hours.

Equipment

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FAQ's

Deb's tips

• Don't slice the peppers or onions too thin—they'll disappear into the tomato sauce mixture. Keep the cuts thicker for the best texture.
• Have a few extra minutes? After dredging the steak in flour, sear it in a large skillet. Don't cook it all the way through; just let it caramelize on the outside. Then, toss the browned cube steaks into the crockpot and finish the recipe as written. (Test for doneness after 3-4 hours.)
• Don't lift the lid when making slow cooker recipes unless you think the food is almost finished. Otherwise, you'll release the heat and increase the cooking time!
• Acidic tomato juice helps tenderize tougher cuts of meat, but it'll make tender cuts taste mushy. Choose cheap cuts of steak for the best results.

Variations

• Swap the round steak with a different cut of meat, such as cubed steak or beef stew cuts. You can even use a small chuck roast and shred it.
• Make a quick stove-top version using ground beef. Brown the meat, drain off the excess fat, and combine the rest of the ingredients. Simmer until the sauce has thickened to your liking.
• Use your favorite type of bell pepper. Red and orange are a little sweeter, while green peppers are mild but more bitter.
• You can make it spicier by using jalapeno instead of bell pepper.
• Add a can of mushroom soup for a creamier Swiss steak.
• If you're out of Montreal steak seasoning, use a tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce and some salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
• Or, make your own Montreal Steak seasoning blend.
• Some people like to use diced tomatoes or stewed tomatoes instead of whole canned tomatoes. Either of those options will work just fine.

Storage

Refrigerate—In an airtight container, leftover Swiss steak lasts four or five days. Be sure to let it cool first, but don't let it sit out for too long.

Freezer—Store the crockpot Swiss steak in a freezer-safe container. It'll keep frozen for up to three months!

Reheat—If frozen, let the Swiss steak thaw in the fridge overnight. Then, reheat everything slowly in a pan on the stove. You can also microwave individual portions for easier prep!

Related recipes

• Looking for a juicy, savory meal? French Onion Soup Salisbury Steak checks all the boxes. It's so tasty and so easy—a weeknight no-brainer!
• This Beef Stroganoff recipe is slow cooking at its finest. Plus, it doesn't use any cream of mushroom soup and is budget-friendly.
• Hearty and satisfying, Crockpot Steak and Potatoes delivers homestyle comfort without hours spent in the kitchen.
• Philly Cheesesteak Pasta is a modern, easy version of everyone's favorite sandwich. It uses deli roast beef for simple, quick prep!

Serve with

• Made in the microwave, Steamed Green Beans only require three ingredients and ten minutes.
• Savory Mashed Potatoes and Cauliflower is super flavorful from cheese and sour cream—the perfect base for juicy Swiss steak!
• Finish a hearty dinner off the right way. Old-Fashioned Rhubarb Pie has the perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors and is easy to make.

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