Slow Cooked Smothered Swiss Steak
Indulge in the rustic comfort of Slow Cooked Smothered Swiss Steak, a dish that transforms tender beef round steak into a melt-in-your-mouth masterpiece. Coated in a flavorful blend of smoked paprika, onion powder, and flour, the steak is seared to golden perfection before simmering low and slow in a savory sauce of beef broth, crushed tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, and fragrant thyme. Layered with sautéed onions, green bell peppers, and garlic, this hearty slow cooker recipe infuses every bite with rich, homestyle flavors. Perfectly paired with mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles, and finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this easy, make-ahead meal is ideal for cozy family dinners or satisfying a crowd. Enjoy the ultimate in comfort food with minimal effort and maximum flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds beef round steak
- 0.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 1 large green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 3 large garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cups beef broth
- 15 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 1 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 teaspoons dried thyme
- 1 whole bay leaf
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Trim excess fat from the beef round steak and cut it into 4-6 even pieces.
In a shallow dish, combine flour, salt, black pepper, onion powder, and smoked paprika. Dredge each piece of steak in the flour mixture, coating both sides, and shake off the excess.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches, sear each piece of steak for 2-3 minutes per side until browned. Transfer the seared steak to the slow cooker.
In the same skillet, add sliced onions and green bell peppers. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened slightly. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant. Transfer the vegetables to the slow cooker, layering them on top of the steak.
In a mixing bowl, combine beef broth, crushed tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, and dried thyme. Stir well. Pour the mixture over the steak and vegetables in the slow cooker. Add the bay leaf to the pot.
Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on LOW for 8 hours or on HIGH for 4-5 hours until the steak is fork-tender.
Once cooking is complete, remove the bay leaf and discard. Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
Serve the smothered Swiss steak over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2220 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 69.3 g | 89% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.9 g | 104% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 771 mg | 257% | |
| Sodium | 6979 mg | 303% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 97.5 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.8 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.2 g | ||
| Protein | 286.4 g | 573% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 370 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 38.0 mg | 211% | |
| Potassium | 5719 mg | 122% | |
*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.
