Cola Steak Crock Pot
Infused with bold flavors and slow-cooked to tender perfection, this Cola Steak Crock Pot recipe is a mouthwatering twist on a classic comfort food. The magic lies in the unique combination of a rich cola-based marinade mingling with soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and a touch of brown sugar to create a sweet-and-savory glaze that deeply flavors the beef chuck steak. Searing the steak before slow cooking ensures a caramelized crust, while the addition of smoked paprika and garlic enhances the smoky, aromatic profile. Nestled on a bed of onions and simmered low and slow for 8 hours, this hands-off recipe yields melt-in-your-mouth steak that’s perfect for shredding or slicing. Serve with creamy mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or steamed vegetables for a hearty, complete meal that’s both easy and unforgettable. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends, this crock pot recipe makes dinnertime effortless yet indulgent.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds beef chuck steak
- 12 ounces cola (not diet)
- 1 large onion
- 3 cloves garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Trim any excess fat from the beef chuck steak and season both sides with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika.
Peel the onion and slice it into thin rings. Mince the garlic cloves.
Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the steak on both sides until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side. This step is optional but helps to enhance the flavor.
Layer the sliced onions at the bottom of the crock pot, creating a bed for the steak.
Place the seared steak on top of the onions in the crock pot.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cola, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, and minced garlic. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
Pour the cola mixture over the steak in the crock pot, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
Cover the crock pot with the lid and set it to low heat. Cook for 8 hours, or until the steak is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
Once cooked, remove the steak from the crock pot and shred or slice, as preferred. Serve with some of the cooking liquid spooned over the top for extra flavor.
Optional: Pair with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2750 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 196.2 g | 252% | |
| Saturated Fat | 74.9 g | 374% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 680 mg | 227% | |
| Sodium | 3350 mg | 146% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 88.2 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.4 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 67.9 g | ||
| Protein | 179.0 g | 358% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 219 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 27.4 mg | 152% | |
| Potassium | 3276 mg | 70% | |
*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.
