Swiss Steak is pretty serious comfort food. And when I was growing up it was something my Mom would make on a regular basis.
The only difference is that my Mom made hers on the stove and I make my Swiss Steak in the slow cooker because I can dump and go! That way I come home to a delicious hot meal at the end of a workday, that I didn’t even have to slave over.
Slow Cooker Swiss Steak
This Slow Cooker Swiss Steak with tomatoes (smothered steak) is the ultimate comfort food and a true dump and go recipe (no precooking required)! That’s the beauty of the slow cooker – it does all the heavy lifting for you. And this Slow Cooker Swiss Steak is no exception. Plus, it’s only 8 WW points on the blue plan per serving!
Slow Cooker Recipes
I LOVE small appliances and if I had the room I’d buy them all! But the slow cooker has got to be my absolute fave small appliance because, as I said, it does the work for me. When the Instant pot became a huge trend, I’ll admit I was nearly seduced into getting one; like sooo close! But then I read this article and it changed my mind: Is the Instant Pot Worth the Hype?
When I make something in my slow cooker I’m not generally sitting around waiting for it to cook; I’m using it because I’m going to work or out for the day. So to buy another appliance that does the same job, but in half the time (making my meal in 4 hours instead of 8) doesn’t make sense to me. And I’ve never felt a need to buy a pressure cooker anyway, so why would I get yet another small appliance that I don’t have room to store?
As far as I’m concerned, the slow cooker is still king! If you’re in the market for one, then check these out .I have the Hamilton Beach 6 Quart, Programmable (below) and love it! (affiliate links)
And be sure to check out my other slow cooker recipes here: Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas, Slow Cooker Ukrainian Casserole and Slow Cooker Whiskey Beef Stew
What is Swiss Steak?
Swiss steak is called such not because it’s from Switzerland, but because it’s swissed, which is a process of tenderizing the meat by rolling or pounding it prior to cooking. In the UK and in some parts of the United States it’s is also called smothered steak. You can read more about that HERE.
However, because this is slow cooked, going through the “swissing”” process is not even necessary. Again, the slow cooker does that for you!
Easy Swiss Steak Recipe
This Easy Swiss Steak with tomatoes (smothered steak) requires no pre-cooking and is the ultimate comfort food and dump and go recipe! I love this recipe because it’s not only easy and there’s very few ingredients and the crockpot does ALL the work! And this Easy Swiss Steak Recipe is also economical because you use a less expensive cut of steak (round steak).
So, if you are looking for dump and go hearty meals, give this Slow Cooker Swiss Steak a try and come home to a delicious hot meal!
Slow Cooker Swiss Steak
Equipment
- slowcooker or crockpot
Ingredients
- 3.5 lbs round steak *about 6 steaks
- 28 oz -can of diced tomatoes
- 1 ½ tsp minced garlic
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 cup fresh white mushrooms * or can substitute 10 oz canned mushrooms
- 1 whole green pepper, chopped
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
- Add steak to slow cooker
- Add diced tomatoes, garlic, chopped onion, green pepper and mushrooms
- Cook for 8 hours on low
- When done, if you want the sauce thicker, add 1-2 tsp’s of cornstarch and cook for 20 minutes on high
- Serve over rice (I use brown minute rice), cauliflower rice or mashed potatoes.
Notes
Nutrition
This post is part of theThe Country Cook’s Weekend Potluck!
My dad used to make swiss steak all the time! I always assumed it was actually Swiss haha. Thanks for clearing that up and for reminding me about this delicious recipe :). Will have to try it!
Haha, Ann.. me too! I didn’t realize it wasn’t actually Swiss until I started researching it!
I am with you on the instant pot, Terri. And I love my slow cooker, so this recipe (which I remember from childhood, but have never made) is what I’m making in it next! Thanks for sharing!
Awesome – hope you enjoy it, Colleen!
I also love the slow cooker, Terri (and don’t own an instant pot or pressure cooker either). Your recipe for slow cooker Swiss steak sounds wonderful. The combination of ingredients are exactly what I would enjoy in this comforting dish. Many thanks for sharing – I know that I will be trying it soon.
No seasoning besides garlic and onion?
Yup! That’s all I use!
Does the meat go in whole, or cut into strips or chunks before cooking? I plan on making this tomorrow
Hi Robert: I do not cut it- just put it in whole. Enjoy!