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    Home » Crockpot Pepper Steak Recipe

    Crockpot Pepper Steak Recipe

    Published: Mar 25, 2020 · Modified: Jul 29, 2021 by Laura · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    This easy crockpot pepper steak recipe with tomatoes is a healthy weeknight meal that doesn't take a lot of effort to make, but tastes absolutely delicious!

    overhead view of slow cooker pepper steak in a bowl over rice

    My love for slow-cooked meals runs deep (like this crockpot chicken teriyaki). I am the kind of person who likes my meat tender and bursting with flavor, and (in my opinion) low and slow is the best method for achieving these results.

     This crockpot pepper steak recipe is an easy and healthy meal that our whole family enjoys! I have been making this dish since Ritch and I got married over a decade ago, and it's still a favorite in our house to this day.

    This slow cooker Pepper Steak is on my husband's "short list" of dinner requests. Lucky for me, it takes very minimal work and just a handful of ingredients to make it too!

    overhead view of slow cooker pepper steak in a bowl over rice

    How to make Crockpot Pepper Steak: 

    This slow cooker pepper steak is so easy to make. Begin by combining the soy sauce, broth, tomatoes, seasoning and steak to the container of a slow cooker. Then cook on high for 3 hours or low for 6 hours. 

    overhead view showing how to make slow cooker pepper steak

    Add Cornstarch & Water Mixture

    Once the meat is tender, add cornstarch and water to the contents in the slow cooker and stir until it's evenly distributed. 

    Add peppers & cook 

    After adding the cornstarch mixture, add the peppers and cook for another 1-2 hours, or until the peppers are cooked to your desired doneness. If necessary, leave the lid slightly ajar so the sauce thickens up! 

    The only thing to note is that it's important not to overcook the peppers. Adding the peppers in the last hour of cooking ensures that they will retain their shape and flavor when the dish is complete!

    overhead photo showing how to make slow cooker pepper steak

    Serve

    Serve on top of rice or egg noodles for a delicious dinner! For a low-carb option, serve over zucchini noodles! 

    Store/freeze

    Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or in the freezer for up to 2 months!

    Recipe FAQS

    What kind of steak can I use to make pepper steak?

    Here are my suggestions for the type of steak you can use, it is very versatile, and I usually buy what is on sale!
    New York steak
    Ribeye 
    top sirloin
    flank steak

    Can you put raw steak in a slow cooker?

    Yes, the recipe heats up past 160 degrees F as it cooks, making it safe to put raw steak in the slow cooker.

    Can I double this recipe?

    Yes, you can easily double or triple this recipe and make it in a large crockpot or in two smaller crockpots.

    overhead view of a spoon scooping pepper steak out of a slow cooker

    Pepper Steak Recipe: Ingredients & Substitutions

    • Diced Tomatoes: . You may substitute a can of stewed tomatoes for the diced tomatoes. I recommend fire-roasted diced tomatoes because they add some extra flavor.
    • Peppers: Any color/variety of bell peppers works perfectly in this pepper steak recipe.
    • Honey: The 1 tsp in this recipe brings out the flavor of the tomatoes. Feel free to use regular granulated sugar or omit completely if necessary.
    • Beef Broth: You can make your own beef broth or use bullion and water to achieve the same results! Or use chicken broth (I do this often). 
    overhead view of slow cooker pepper steak in a bowl over rice

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    Slow Cooker (Crockpot) Pepper Steak

    Laura
    Slow Cooker Pepper Steak! This easy crockpot pepper steak with tomatoes is a healthy weeknight meal that doesn't take a lot of effort to make, but tastes absolutely delicious!
    4.82 from 11 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 4 hrs
    Total Time 4 hrs 10 mins
    Course dinner, Main Course
    Cuisine American, asian
    Servings 6 Servings
    Calories 199.8 kcal

    Equipment

    • Slow Cooker
    • measuring spoons

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 1 pound steak* cut into strips
    • ¼ cup beef broth (or chicken broth)
    • ½ tsp garlic powder
    • ½ cup onions diced
    • 3 TBS soy sauce
    • 1 tsp honey
    • 1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes
    • 1 large green bell pepper cut into strips
    • 1 large red bell pepper cut into strips
    • 1 TBS cornstarch
    • 1 TBS water

    Instructions
     

    • In the container of a slow cooker, combine beef broth, garlic powder, onion powder, soy sauce honey and tomatoes. Stir until combined.
    • Add onions and beef and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or high for 3-4 hours. (Until meat is tender).
    • Once meat is tender, mix together cornstarch and water.
    • Pour mixture into the slow cooker and stir until combined.
    • Add peppers to the beef mixture and stir until evenly distributed.
    • Cook for 1 hour longer, or until peppers are cooked to your preferred texture.
    • Serve over rice, mashed potatoes, or with a hunk of crusty bread!
    • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

    Video

    Notes

    What kind of steak can I use in this pepper steak recipe? 

    Here are my suggestions for the type of steak you can use, it is very versatile, and I usually buy what is on sale!
    • New York steak
    • Ribeye 
    • top sirloin
    • flank steak

    Ingredient Substitutions

    • Diced Tomatoes: . You may substitute a can of stewed tomatoes for the diced tomatoes. I recommend fire-roasted diced tomatoes because they add some extra flavor!
    • Peppers: Any color/variety of bell peppers works perfectly in this pepper steak recipe! 
    • Honey: The 1 tsp in this recipe brings out the flavor of the tomatoes. Feel free to use regular granulated sugar or omit completely if necessary.
    • Beef Broth: You can make your own beef broth or use bullion and water to achieve the same results! Or use chicken broth (I do this often). 

    Store/freeze

    Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or in the freezer for up to 2 months!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 199.8kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 16.5gFat: 11.4gSaturated Fat: 4.3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 50.7mgSodium: 642mgPotassium: 218mgFiber: 1.4gSugar: 3.7gVitamin A: 1575IUVitamin C: 93.7mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 3mg
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

    More of our favorite crockpot recipes 

    Here are a few of our favorite crockpot recipes!

    • This crockpot chicken chili is one of my top 10 favorite recipes! I make it every time I need to bring a meal to someone. 
    • Crockpot chicken tacos are a must-make!
    • This recipe for balsamic pot roast is my go-to on holidays like Christmas and Easter!
    • We love this Thai slow cooker ground turkey! 
    • Cozy up with a bowl of this sweet potato, sausage & kale soup! 
    • This slow cooker teriyaki chicken is an easy way to meal prep chicken for the week! 
    • Another easy weeknight meal is this crockpot chicken pot pie soup. It's a family favorite around here!

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    Comments

    1. Janet

      November 02, 2022 at 10:42 am

      5 stars
      Made this for my husband and myself the other evening. Very easy to make. Absolutely delicious flavor. My only recommendation is, if it’s for more than two people, I would double or triple the recipe. We pretty much wiped it out. Will definitely make it again.!!

      Reply
      • Laura

        November 02, 2022 at 12:35 pm

        I'm so glad you love this recipe, Janet!

        Reply
    2. LL

      March 02, 2021 at 8:11 pm

      5 stars
      Such a classic recipe and always delicious! I’ve made it many times.

      Reply
      • Laura

        March 03, 2021 at 7:08 am

        I made this for dinner last night too! 🙂 Thank you for your comment it's so easy and delicious!

        Reply
      • Nikki

        September 14, 2022 at 4:46 pm

        5 stars
        I made this without the honey and cornstarch because those are things that are not a part of my keto lifestyle. I instead used xantham gum in place of the cornstarch and sugar- free honey substitute. It came out delicious. Thank you for sharing and inspiring.

        Reply
    3. Mary Warren

      February 16, 2021 at 6:19 pm

      5 stars
      This was delicious! I followed the recipe exactly, except I added the peppers a little sooner than suggested The peppers are so amazing that I will probably double the amount of peppers next time. And only 3 blue WW points (before the rice or noodles or whatever you serve it on top of.

      Reply
    4. Beefsteak

      June 12, 2020 at 8:50 pm

      5 stars
      I made successful, recipes you share in full. thank you

      Reply
    5. Rebecca

      May 01, 2020 at 6:57 am

      5 stars
      Definitely a new family favorite. Thank you for this recipe. With 5 kids and a hungry husband this will feed a crowd. I made rice and couscous to give them the option and they preferred it over couscous. Amazing!

      Reply
      • Laura

        May 01, 2020 at 2:50 pm

        Thank you Rebecca! I 100% relate to feeding 6 hungry people! LOL!

        Reply
    6. Abby

      May 03, 2019 at 5:09 pm

      4 stars
      This dish is so simple and easy to make! I served it with red, yellow and orange peppers over white rice.

      Reply
    7. Serena

      January 12, 2017 at 1:32 pm

      My mom used to make Pepper Steak. But it didn't look like this! I'd forgotten about her recipe (with rather good intent.) But I'll be trying this one!

      Reply
      • Laura

        January 12, 2017 at 3:35 pm

        LOL Serena! This recipe is beloved by my whole family!

        Reply
    8. Emily Swanson

      January 12, 2017 at 5:53 am

      5 stars
      We love stir fry, and this looks so so delicious Laura; putting anything on rice (especially Oriental themed food) is my absolute favorite kind of meal.

      Reply
      • Laura

        January 12, 2017 at 3:38 pm

        We have the white vs. brown rice battle in my house! LOL! Literally NO one else will eat brown besides me....they are too funny!

        Reply

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