If you love tender, flavorful beef with colorful peppers and a savory, rich sauce, this Crock Pot Pepper Steak is the ultimate comfort food. Imagine thin strips of beef slow-cooked to perfection, bathed in a sauce made of soy, Worcestershire, beef broth, and spices, then finished with sweet bell peppers and onions. Serve it over steaming white rice, and you’ve got a meal that tastes like it took hours of effort—except the slow cooker does all the work!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
The beauty of this Pepper Steak recipe is in its simplicity and flavor. The slow cooker transforms even the toughest cuts of beef into tender, juicy perfection while the bell peppers and onions add sweetness, crunch, and vibrant color. It’s an effortless dinner that’s hearty, comforting, and family-approved.
Unlike pan-fried pepper steak, this slow-cooker version allows the flavors to develop fully, giving you a rich, savory sauce without standing over the stove for hours. Plus, it’s perfect for meal prep—you can make it in the morning and come home to a delicious, ready-to-eat dinner.
Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Beef and Sauce:
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2 lbs beef sirloin or flank steak, sliced into thin strips 🥩
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2 tablespoons olive oil 🫒
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1 teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon garlic powder 🧄
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1 teaspoon onion powder 🧅
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1 tablespoon soy sauce
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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1 cup beef broth 🥣
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1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained 🍅
For the Veggies:
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1 small onion, sliced 🧅
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1 red bell pepper, sliced 🌶️
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1 green bell pepper, sliced 🌶️
Optional for Thickening:
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1 teaspoon cornstarch
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1 tablespoon water
For Serving:
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Cooked white rice 🍚
These ingredients are simple, accessible, and come together to create a restaurant-quality meal in the comfort of your own home.
Step-by-Step Instructions