Swiss Steak Crockpot Style

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 5

Slow Cooked Swiss Steak Recipe for a Hearty Family Meal

by The Chefin Beef

Prep

15 min

Cook

8 hours

Ready In

8 hours 15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 -3 lbs chuck roast , cut into large pieces
	2 cans stewed tomatoes
	1 medium onion , roughly chopped
	1/4 cup knorr 's beef bouillon
	1 -2 green pepper , roughly chopped

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

6-8

Calories

359

Sugar

Fat

18g

Swiss steak is a classic American dish that involves slow-cooking cuts of beef until they are fork-tender and infused with flavor. This crockpot recipe is a simple and easy way to make Swiss steak, with very little effort required on your part. The chuck roast is first browned in a skillet to develop a rich crust, then transferred to a slow cooker with stewed tomatoes, onions, and green peppers. The result is a hearty and satisfying meal that is perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests.

Instructions

1.	Season the chuck roast with salt and pepper on both sides.
2.	In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add the meat and cook until browned on both sides.
3.	Transfer the meat to the slow cooker. Pour in the cans of stewed tomatoes and the chopped onions.
4.	In a small bowl, dissolve the beef bouillon in 1/4 cup water. Pour this mixture over the meat in the slow cooker.
5.	Add the chopped green peppers.
6.	Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours, until the meat is tender and falling apart.
7.	Serve hot with your favorite sides.

PROS

Swiss Steak cooked in a crockpot is an easy and delicious meal for any occasion.

Slow cooking the meat results in tender and flavorful beef.

The recipe requires very little hands-on time, making it perfect for busy weeknight dinners.

CONS

The dish may be high in sodium depending on the beef bouillon used.

It is not suitable for a low-carb or keto diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The chuck roast used in this recipe is a lean cut of meat that is high in protein and essential nutrients like iron and vitamin B12.
Peppers contain antioxidants that can help fight inflammation and improve digestive health.
Tomatoes are a good source of vitamin C and are linked to reduced risk of heart disease and certain types of cancer.