{VIDEO} Slow Cooker/Instant Pot Steak & Potatoes (Paleo, Whole30)

Slow cooker or Instant Pot steak & potatoes is a simple yet comforting meal. Make this hearty recipe with no fuss but plenty of flavor.

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Updated 2019 with Instant Pot instructions

I have lived in California for over 20 years now, but I still consider myself an East Coaster since that’s where I was raised until I left for college. Having spent 12 years between Cleveland & Chicago, I am a Midwesterner, steak & potatoes girl at heart. And even though it’s 80 degrees out, I’m eating steak and potatoes. It’s too hot to be outside standing over a grill so of course using my slow cooker.

What Type Of Steak To Use?

What type of steak do you prefer? I used rib-eye steaks because they’re my favorite cut. Sirloin, strip steak, even short ribs – they all work well with this recipe. I suggest you stay away from tender cuts like filet mignon. Filet actually doesn’t cook well in slow cookers; it’s too tender and will cook too fast.

before (slow cooker)

What Type Of Potatoes To Use

For my potatoes, I went with yellow potatoes because waxy potatoes hold their shape better with slow cooking. You can substitute another type of potato like sweet potatoes or even butternut squash. If you do, I suggest you cut them in larger chunks than usual. This will help them not turn to mush during the long cook time.

after (slow cooker)

The great thing about this recipe is that even though it’s hearty, I tried to make it as healthy as possible by using low-sodium beef broth and a homemade steak seasoning. I added mushrooms because I love mushrooms on my steak but it’s an optional ingredient. Sliced bell peppers are a great addition as well.

Other steak recipes you might enjoy:

Slow Cooker/Instant Pot 5-Ingredient Steak Fajitas (Low-Carb, Paleo, Whole30)

Instant Pot Steak Bites (Low-Carb, Keto, Paleo, Whole30)

Slow Cooker Pepper Steak (Low-Carb, Paleo, Whole30)

Don’t have a steak seasoning? Here’s my homemade blend:

{VIDEO} Slow Cooker/Instant Pot Steak & Potatoes (Paleo, Whole30)

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• Author: Fit SlowCooker Queen
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 3 hours
• Total Time: 3 hours 5 mins
• Yield: 4 servings 1x

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Ingredients

• 2 lbs steak
• 1 lb potatoes or sweet potatoes, quartered
• 1 small onion, sliced
• 4 ounces mushrooms, sliced (optional)

Sauce:

• 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
• 1 tbsp steak seasoning (see blog post)
• 1 tsp rosemary
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tsp oil (for IP)

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Instructions

Slow Cooker

1. Add potatoes, onion, and mushroom (if using) to the bottom of the slow cooker. Add steak on top.
2. In a small bowl, mix together sauce ingredients. Pour sauce into the slow cooker, wetting all the ingredients.
3. Cook HIGH 2-3 hours or LOW 4-6.

Instant Pot

1. Season steaks with steak seasoning and rosemary.
2. Turn the Instant Pot to saute. Once hot, add the oil and beef. Brown beef on both sides, approximately 3-5 minutes per side. Remove steaks.
3. Add onion, garlic, and mushrooms and cook a few minutes until vegetables are soft.
4. Add broth and deglaze the bottom by of the pressure cooker by scraping all the bits off off with a wooden spoon.
5. Add steaks and potatoes.
6. Close lid and seal valve. Set high pressure and cook 15 minutes. Natural release pressure 10 minutes, then quick release remaining pressure.

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I used a  6-quart slow cooker or Instant Pot for this recipe. The end result of the steak is that of a slow cooker roast – falling off the bones (if  there are bones in your steak) tender.

Side dish suggestions are your favorite green vegetables or a simple salad.

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