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If you’re looking for a no-fuss comfort meal that tastes like restaurant food, this Slow Cooker Creamy Garlic Steak is exactly that. The beef cooks low and slow until it becomes melt-in-your-mouth tender, then gets coated in a rich, garlicky cream sauce that’s perfect for spooning over mashed potatoes or pasta.
This is the kind of recipe that fills the house with incredible aroma and basically guarantees people will show up in the kitchen asking when dinner is ready.
Why This Recipe Works So Well
Slow cooking turns tougher cuts like chuck steak into something incredibly soft and flavorful. The garlic, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce build depth, while the cream brings everything together into a silky, savory gravy.
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You get:
- Fall-apart tender beef
- Rich, creamy garlic sauce
- Minimal prep, maximum flavor
- A proper “comfort food” dinner
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb (700g) beef chuck steak, cut into chunks
- 1 brown onion, sliced
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup (250ml) beef stock
- 1¼ cups (300ml) thickened cream
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
How to Make Slow Cooker Creamy Garlic Steak
Step 1: Season the Beef
Generously season the beef chunks with salt and black pepper. This helps build a deeper flavor base as it cooks.
Step 2: Load the Slow Cooker
Add to your slow cooker:
- Beef chunks
- Sliced onion
- Minced garlic
Spread everything evenly so the meat cooks consistently.
Step 3: Make the Creamy Sauce
In a bowl or jug, whisk together:
- Beef stock
- Cream
- Dijon mustard
- Worcestershire sauce
Pour this mixture over the beef.
Step 4: Slow Cook
Cook on:
- LOW: 7–8 hours
or - HIGH: 4–5 hours
The beef is ready when it’s soft enough to pull apart easily with a fork.
Step 5: Finish the Sauce
Once cooked:
- Stir gently to combine everything
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed
- Let it sit uncovered for 10–15 minutes if you want the sauce to thicken slightly
Step 6: Serve
Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve hot over:
- Creamy mashed potatoes
- Buttered egg noodles
- Steamed rice
- Crusty bread (for soaking up the sauce)
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