If you have never made a Ribeye Steak in a Crock Pot, this is your sign to change that! This is one of my all-time favorite steak recipes. Ribeye is a wonderful cut with just the right amount of fat marbled through the meat to make it tender and flavorful.
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This recipe is a great start to a comforting and filling meal. Beef and mushrooms are a classic combo, and the gravy is thick and bursting with mushroom flavor, which perfectly complements the ribeye. Slow cooking everything in a crock pot also infuses the delicious flavors of the seasonings and steak into the gravy.
If you like easy slow cooker dinner recipes, you will love Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Pork Tenderloin, Slow Cooker Short Ribs, Garlic Butter Steak Bites, and Slow Cooker Turkey Breast.
Why You'll Love Crock Pot Ribeye Steak
- An easy way to cook steak: This is a simple and less hands-on approach to cooking ribeye, and you will still have tender and juicy steak just like if you cooked it on a grill.
- Serve it with various sides: Feel free to serve this recipe with any side dish that you like! It pairs wonderfully with a wide variety of sides, from potatoes to veggies and more!
- It's great any time: You don't have to make a ribeye just for a special occasion or Sunday dinner. It's super tasty any night!
Ingredients
Below are all of the items needed to make a delectable sauce to cook your steak in the slow cooker. They're mostly common and inexpensive ingredients that you will be able to find easily at any grocery store.
- Ribeye steaks: I use thick-cut ribeye steaks for this recipe so they don't overcook in the slow cooker. If you decide to use thinner cuts, you may have to adjust the cooking time.
- Seasonings: I chose salt, pepper, and dried thyme to rub onto the steaks before searing them for a simple seasoning blend that doesn't overpower the other flavors.
- Olive oil: You can choose any oil you like to sear the steaks. My go-to is olive oil, but canola oil is another good choice.
- Onion: These will be sliced for this recipe. They cook down and soften well, and I like to have pieces of onion in the sauce.
- Mushrooms: The mushrooms will also be sliced. I love large pieces with bites of steak.
- Garlic: One of my favorite ingredients is garlic because it enhances the flavors of other ingredients, while also providing a sharp flavor and appetizing aroma as it cooks.
- Onion soup mix: This is my shortcut for adding lots of flavor to the gravy mixture.
- Beef broth: I use beef broth as the base for the sauce because it goes well with the steak. Vegetable broth will also work here.
- Ketchup: I like to add some ketchup for a little sweetness and tomato flavor.
- Worcestershire sauce: Its umami flavor is the perfect complement to the fresh mushrooms.
- Cornstarch: I add cornstarch to thicken the gravy to the perfect consistency.
See the recipe card below for exact ingredient amounts, nutritional information, and detailed instructions.
Variations
- Cajun: Use a Cajun blend and rub on the steaks for some heat.
- Lemon and herb: Try this slow cooker steak with fresh herbs like parsley, basil, and oregano. Pair with lemon juice and zest for zing!
- Mississippi style: Add ranch seasoning and use pepperoncini peppers instead of mushrooms for a traditional Mississippi version.
- Gluten-free: Use a gluten-free dry onion soup mix, gluten-free beef broth and gluten-free Worcestershire sauce. The rest of the ingredients are already naturally gluten-free.
How to Cook Ribeye Steak in the Crock Pot
Here are all of the steps you need to slow-cook steak perfectly in your crock pot. It's an incredibly easy process with minimal work involved.
Step 1: Season the steaks. Generously season both sides of each steak with salt, pepper, and dried thyme.
Step 2: Sear them. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Then, add the olive oil. Sear each side of the steaks for about 1 minute or just to get some color.
Step 3: Add steak and veggies to the pot. Place the ribeyes into the bottom of the crock pot. Next, place the sliced onions and mushrooms on top of the steaks.
Step 4: Make the sauce mixture. Combine the garlic, soup mix, beef broth, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and cornstarch in a medium mixing bowl. Whisk the ingredients until they are well combined. Pour the mixture over the top of the steaks and veggies.
Step 5: Cook. Cover the crock pot and cook the steaks for 6-7 hours on low or 2-3 hours on high.
Hint: Make a slurry.
If you find that the gravy mixture is too thin for your preference, combine 1 tbsp of cornstarch and 1 tbsp of water, and mix it into the slow cooker to thicken it.
Storage Directions
- Refrigeration: Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
- Reheating: Place the leftover steak and sauce on a microwave-safe plate. Heat for 1-2 minutes or until warmed through.
- Freezing: Ensure the steak and sauce are cooled completely, put them into a freezer-safe container, and freeze for up to 3 months. I recommend thawing the steak in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
- Make Ahead: Sear the steak and add the ingredients to the slow cooker. Store it covered in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before you are ready to cook it.
Serving Suggestions
- Pair this crock pot steak recipe with creamy Crock Pot Garlic Mashed Potatoes. Use the extra gravy on top of the potatoes, too!
- I also like Crockpot Roasted Potatoes with these ribeyes. Potatoes and steak are a classic combination.
- Some of my favorite veggies to serve with this recipe are Crock Pot Green Beans. Crock Pot Corn on the Cob, and Crock Pot Brussel Sprouts.
Expert Tips
- Let the steaks rest: Remove the steaks from the crock pot when they are done cooking, and let them rest for about 10 minutes before you slice them. This allows the juices to redistribute, preventing the meat from becoming dry.
- Try a meat thermometer: I like to use a meat thermometer to ensure that the steaks are cooked to the temperature I prefer.
- Don't overcook the meat: If you cook the steaks too long, they will start to fall apart and be difficult to slice.
Recipe FAQs
You can, but I don't recommend it. Not only does searing add a nice crust and extra flavor to the steak, but it also helps to lock in the juices as it cooks. This will keep the meat super tender when you slice into it later!
This recipe works with either cut. Bone-in offers more flavor and takes a little longer to cook.
If there is a lot of excess fat on the steaks you have, yes. I like to render it a bit when I sear the steaks, so it's melt-in-your-mouth tender.
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Ribeye Steak In Crockpot
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Thick cut ribeye steaks
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ medium onion sliced
- 4 ounces mushrooms sliced ¼-inch thick
- 3 teaspoons garlic minced
- 1 (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix
- 2 cups beef broth
- 3 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
Instructions
- Season both sides of the steaks with salt, black pepper, and dried thyme
- Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet. Sear the steaks on each side for 1 minute. Then, place in the bottom of the crock pot.
- Add sliced onions and mushrooms on top of the meat.
- Add garlic, onion soup, beef broth, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and cornstarch to a medium bowl. Whisk together and pour over the steaks.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 2-3 hours.
- Serve over rice or mashed potatoes, and enjoy!
Notes
- Let the steaks rest: Remove the steaks from the crock pot when they are done cooking, and let them rest for about 10 minutes before you slice them. This allows the juices to redistribute, preventing the meat from becoming dry.
- Try a meat thermometer: I like to use a meat thermometer to ensure that the steaks are cooked to the temperature I prefer.
- Don't overcook the meat: If you cook the steaks too long, they will start to fall apart and be difficult to slice.
Nutrition
*Nutrition information is an estimate. It may vary based on ingredients, brands, and changes in cooking methods listed in the recipe. If you need exact ingredient numbers, I recommend calculating them with your preferred nutrition calculator.
Ryan Allen says
This easy ribeye steak recipe is going to be your new favorite way to make steak.
Lori Dwinell says
This is delicious! I am making it for the third time. I follow the instructions except substitute an Au Jous packet for the onion soup (we sub this for all recipes, my husband doesn't like onion soup mix) It's a family favorite. So tasty, tender, and fragrant. Easy too.
Ryan Allen says
Love this! Third time says it all. The au jus swap is a great idea, and I’m so glad it’s become a family favorite. Tender, flavorful, and easy is exactly what we’re going for!
Denise says
I only found two ribeye crock pot recipes and this was the one I followed. I have to say it came out absolutely amazing!
the only thing I changed was that I made two packets of gravy and dumped that in after beef stock. I guess you could say I used a little less beef stock than two cups.
would definitely recommend this recipe it was so delicious!
thank you Ryan Allen!
Ryan Allen says
This makes me so happy to hear! Love the extra gravy move, that sounds incredible with ribeye. Thanks for trusting my recipe and for the kind words, you just made my day!