Ingredients
Steak and Seasonings
- 2–3 ribeye steaks (about 1½–2 lbs total)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
For Searing
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Slow Cooker Liquids and Additions
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 3 tablespoons butter, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Optional: fresh thyme or rosemary
Instructions
- Sear the Steaks: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear ribeye steaks for 1–2 minutes per side until browned. This step adds flavorful crust and depth to the dish.
- Prepare the Crockpot: Place the seared steaks in the bottom of the crockpot in a single layer.
- Season the Steaks: Sprinkle salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika evenly over the steaks.
- Add Liquids and Aromatics: Pour beef broth and Worcestershire sauce over the steaks. Add minced garlic, sliced butter, and fresh thyme or rosemary on top for extra flavor.
- Cook Slowly: Cover the crockpot and cook on Low for 6–7 hours or on High for 3–4 hours. Cooking low and slow ensures tender, juicy steak with a melt-in-your-mouth texture.
- Serve: Spoon the flavorful cooking juices over the steaks before serving to enhance moisture and taste.
Notes
- Searing the steaks adds extra flavor but can be skipped if you’re short on time.
- The ribeye will be very tender but will have a pot-roast texture, not the grilled steak texture.
- Add sliced onions or mushrooms to the crockpot for additional flavor if desired.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb