Tender, hearty, and bursting with rich, savory flavors, Classic Swiss Steak is the ultimate comfort food for a cozy family dinner. This timeless recipe features fork-tender beef round steak, slowly simmered in a robust tomato-based sauce infused with garlic, onions, bell peppers, and Worcestershire sauce. Perfectly seasoned with a medley of paprika, dried thyme, and freshly cracked black pepper, each bite is a delightful balance of warmth and depth. The dish comes together effortlessly with a quick stovetop sear before finishing in the oven for melt-in-your-mouth perfection. Serve it over fluffy mashed potatoes, buttery noodles, or a bed of steamy rice to soak up the flavorful sauce. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this classic one-pot Swiss steak recipe is sure to become a cherished family favorite.
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
Trim any excess fat from the beef round steak and cut it into 4 evenly sized pieces.
In a shallow dish, combine the flour, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
Dredge each piece of steak in the seasoned flour, shaking off any excess.
In a large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Brown the steak pieces on both sides until golden, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the sliced onion and bell pepper. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
Pour in the diced tomatoes (with their juices), beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and dried thyme. Stir to combine.
Return the browned steak to the skillet, nestling it into the sauce and vegetables.
Cover the skillet with a tight-fitting lid or aluminum foil and transfer it to the preheated oven.
Bake for 1.5 hours, or until the steak is tender and easily cut with a fork.
Serve the Swiss steak hot, spooning the sauce and vegetables over each portion. It pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes, rice, or buttered noodles.
Calories |
1826 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 60.0 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.9 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 578 mg | 193% | |
| Sodium | 6566 mg | 285% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 91.6 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.9 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.2 g | ||
| Protein | 218.4 g | 437% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 370 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 30.3 mg | 168% | |
| Potassium | 4707 mg | 100% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.