Description
Tender and flavorful Mississippi Steak Bites slow-cooked to perfection with ranch and au jus gravy seasonings, butter, and pepperoncini peppers. This easy recipe yields juicy steak bites perfect for serving over mashed potatoes or rice, ideal for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 to 2 ½ pounds sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 packet (1.5 ounces) ranch dressing seasoning
- 1 packet (1 ounce) au jus gravy mix
- ½ cup unsalted butter, cut into pats
- 6-8 pepperoncini peppers
- Optional: 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Slow Cooker: Place the diced sirloin steak into the bottom of a 5-quart or larger slow cooker, spreading the pieces evenly.
- Add Seasonings: Evenly sprinkle the ranch dressing seasoning packet and au jus gravy mix packet over the steak, ensuring good coverage for flavor.
- Add Butter and Peppers: Place the butter sliced into pats on top of the steak and add the pepperoncini peppers to the slow cooker to infuse a tangy heat.
- Cook the Steak Bites: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 4 hours, until the steak bites are tender and flavorful.
- Garnish: Optional—sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the cooked steak bites for a touch of freshness and color.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the tender Mississippi Steak Bites warm, ideally over mashed potatoes or rice for a hearty meal.
Notes
- Use a slow cooker of 5 quarts or larger to accommodate all ingredients comfortably.
- Do not stir during cooking to keep the flavors intact and allow proper slow cooking.
- Adjust cooking time depending on your slow cooker’s heat settings to avoid over or under cooking.
- For a spicy kick, add more pepperoncini or some of their juice.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours (high) or 6-8 hours (low)
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
