London Broil for the Slow Cooker Recipe

London Broil for the Slow Cooker Recipe

Cook Time: 360 minutes

This tender and flavorful London Broil recipe is perfect for a slow-cooker meal that requires minimal effort. The rich combination of garlic, herbs, and creamy mushroom soup will leave everyone asking for seconds. This recipe serves 5 and can be easily adapted for larger portions if needed.

Ingredients

  • 1 pounds London broil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • cup water
  • teaspoon dried basil
  • teaspoon dried oregano
  • teaspoon salt

Directions

  1. Start by gathering all the ingredients. Place the London broil in the slow cooker, ensuring it's centered for even cooking.
  2. Add the minced garlic, the can of condensed cream of mushroom soup, and the cup of water to the slow cooker. Stir everything together gently to combine.
  3. Season the mixture with the dried basil, oregano, and salt. Mix everything thoroughly to coat the meat evenly with the seasonings.
  4. Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on Low for 6 to 7 hours. The meat will become incredibly tender as it cooks slowly in the sauce.
  5. Once done, carefully remove the London broil from the slow cooker and slice it against the grain for maximum tenderness. Serve with the creamy sauce from the slow cooker.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Nutrient Amount % Daily Value
Calories 220 -
Total Fat 8g 10%
Saturated Fat 2g 12%
Cholesterol 73mg 24%
Sodium 663mg 29%
Total Carbohydrate 5g 2%
Dietary Fiber 0g 0%
Total Sugars 1g -
Protein 30g 60%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 18mg 1%
Iron 4mg 19%
Potassium 318mg 7%

Note: Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

London Broil for the Slow Cooker Recipe

London Broil for the Slow Cooker

This London broil recipe for the slow cooker is a great way to make tasty and tender meat with cream of mushroom soup, and a handful of seasonings.

History of London Broil

London broil is a popular American dish, although it is not actually from London! The name originally referred to a method of broiling or grilling beef, typically a flank steak or similar cut, but over time it became associated with a specific cut of beef that is often marinated, seared, and then slow-cooked. The dish's exact origins are unclear, but it gained popularity in North America during the mid-20th century as a way to make tougher, more affordable cuts of beef, like flank steak or top round, tender and flavorful. The slow-cooked version, such as this recipe, makes use of modern conveniences like the slow cooker, allowing for a melt-in-your-mouth result without requiring hours of hands-on attention.

Regional Variations of London Broil

While the concept of London broil is widely known across the U.S., regional variations do exist. In some areas, it may be prepared with additional vegetables such as mushrooms, carrots, or potatoes, and served over mashed potatoes or rice. Some regions prefer to marinate the beef before slow cooking, while others rely on simple seasonings and creamy soups for flavor. The slow cooker version, popularized by home cooks looking for a hands-off meal, is particularly common in households across North America, as it produces a tender dish that pairs well with a variety of sides.

How Does It Differ from Similar Dishes?

London broil is often confused with other beef dishes, especially since it shares similarities with recipes like pot roast or beef stew. The key difference lies in the cut of beef used and the cooking method. London broil typically uses a leaner cut of beef, such as top round or flank steak, which is cooked quickly when grilled or broiled but becomes tender when slow-cooked in a crockpot or slow cooker. Pot roast, on the other hand, often uses fattier cuts of beef, such as chuck roast, and is traditionally braised for a longer period in liquid. While both dishes are flavorful and comforting, London broil for the slow cooker offers a lighter, leaner alternative to a hearty pot roast.

Where Is London Broil Usually Served?

London broil for the slow cooker is commonly served in American households, especially during the cooler months when hearty, comforting meals are in high demand. It's often enjoyed as a family dinner and served with classic sides like mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles. This dish also makes a great meal for gatherings, as it is easy to prepare in large quantities and can feed a crowd with minimal effort. Some variations of London broil are served with a side of roasted vegetables, sauted greens, or a simple salad to complement the rich, savory flavor of the beef.

Interesting Facts About London Broil

  • The term "London broil" was likely coined by American butchers in the mid-1900s to market a cheaper cut of beef in a more sophisticated way.
  • Although "London broil" refers to the method of cooking, it is not commonly found on menus in London itself.
  • London broil is versatile and can be prepared on a grill, stovetop, or in a slow cooker, making it a flexible option for different cooking preferences and tools.
  • Adding a can of cream of mushroom soup in slow-cooker recipes helps create a rich, flavorful gravy that complements the tender beef.
  • Though traditionally made with beef, some variations of London broil can be made using other meats, such as pork or lamb, offering a twist on the classic recipe.

Recipe Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds London broil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 0.5 cup water
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried basil
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Gather ingredients and place the London broil in a slow cooker.
  2. Add the garlic, condensed soup, water, basil, oregano, and salt; cover the slow cooker.
  3. Cook on low for 6 to 7 hours, or until the meat is tender and easily shredded.

Conclusion

London broil for the slow cooker is a simple, yet satisfying meal that makes the most of an affordable cut of beef. Whether served over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles, this dish brings rich flavors and tender meat, making it a favorite for busy home cooks. The addition of cream of mushroom soup adds a depth of flavor that sets it apart from other similar dishes, and the slow cooking method ensures that the beef is perfectly cooked every time.

FAQ about London Broil for the Slow Cooker Recipe

Store leftover London broil in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. For longer storage, you can freeze it in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. To reheat, thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop, adding a bit of water or broth to retain moisture.

Yes, you can substitute other cuts of beef like chuck roast or round steak. These cuts are also great for slow cooking as they become tender and flavorful after hours of cooking. Just be aware that cooking times may vary slightly depending on the cut.

Yes, you can substitute cream of chicken soup or cream of celery soup if you prefer a different flavor. Some people also use homemade gravy or broth-based sauces for a lighter version.

If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can add a slurry of cornstarch and water during the last 30 minutes of cooking. Simply mix 1-2 tablespoons of cornstarch with a small amount of cold water, then stir it into the slow cooker and cook until the sauce thickens.

Yes, you can double the recipe to serve more people. Just be sure that your slow cooker is large enough to accommodate the increased ingredients. Cooking times may remain the same, but you may need to ensure the meat is evenly cooked by checking its tenderness.

Yes, you can cook it on high for about 3-4 hours, but the meat may not be as tender as when cooked on low for 6-7 hours. Cooking on low allows the meat to break down more and become more tender.

Feel free to adjust the seasonings to your taste. You can add more garlic, herbs like thyme or rosemary, or even a splash of Worcestershire sauce. You can also experiment with different spices like paprika or onion powder to customize the flavor.

Yes, you can make this dish spicy by adding red pepper flakes, a chopped jalapeño, or a few dashes of hot sauce. For a milder spice, you can also try adding a bit of smoked paprika or chili powder.

Yes, you can add vegetables like carrots, potatoes, or mushrooms to the slow cooker. Adding vegetables not only enhances the flavor but also makes the dish more hearty. Add firmer vegetables like carrots early on, and softer vegetables like mushrooms closer to the end of the cooking time.

This dish pairs wonderfully with mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles. You can also serve it with a green salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

Comments

BIRDDOG95370

10/06/2025 01:52:54 PM

Super way to utilize a low cost cut of beef. Added a handful and a half of cooked egg noodles at the end and served it over a toasted french bread bun. YUM YUM! Thank you.

deannaaich

04/25/2009 04:42:54 PM

AWESOME, MEAT DOES FALL APART IF YOU COOK FOR 7 HOURS OR MORE. I DID 7 HOURS AND THEN I HAVE ALSO MADE IT OVERNIGHT. AWESOME, AMAZINGLY EASY AND DELICIOUS! I CAN'T COOK ANYTHING AND MY FAMILY BEGGED FOR THIS FOR A WEEK. IT IS AWESOME POURED OVER A BAKED POTATO W/ CHEESE AND SOUR CREAM. OR, SERVE WITH RICE OR MASHED POTATOES. I DOUBLED THE RECIPE AND DO SO EVERY TIME.

GutsyBay8375

12/19/2023 07:30:59 PM

I've been making and enjoying this for a long time but have made many changes over the years. I started making it with London broil but have since changed to 2-3 lbs of pork chops. It's cheaper and the meat comes out more tender. I also don't add water, instead I use 2 cans of cream of mushroom which is needed since I'm doubling the amount of meat/+veggies. I add a small bag of baby carrots and 2 onions cut into rings. I also add way more seasoning, no measurements, just whatever I have, a dash of this, dash of that, a couple slices of butter and a pack of powdered brown or mushroom gravy. I put the onions (and garlic)on the bottom, seasoning, half the pork on top of the onions, dump 1 can of cream of mushroom, then the gravy powder. Lazily mix a bit. Next the bag of baby carrots, more seasoning. Finally add the rest of the pork on top of all that and the second can of cream of mushroom, spread until it covers everything. Cook on low for 6-8 hrs. Stir it all up and pull out the bones if they are bone-in pork chops. This fills my entire crock pot and feeds us for a few days. Usually I make some mash potatoes on the stove as well, the gravy from the stew pairs incredibly.

Paul

08/09/2019 12:12:44 AM

Braised the London broil after cutting into 3x3 chunks. Bed of 1/2 onion, one stalk of celery in slow cooker. Ditched the lousy cream of soup, of course, and made a roux of 1 tsp butter, 2 tsp flour, one beef bullion cube. Chopped a small pack of baby portobello mushrooms, added on top of beef in cooker and poured the roux on top of all. Cooked at least 5 hours on low. Then thickened liquids with approximately 2 tsp corn starch dissolved in water during last hour. Excellent. Went well with a German Warsteiner dunkel

BKLYNCOWGIRL

12/26/2024 10:32:38 PM

This is pretty good as written. During the summer it's pretty easy to find double packages of London broil on sale for a low price. Throw one in the freezer. I did change the recipe a little the next time I made it based on my preferences. I sliced a softball sized sweet onion into 1/2" slices and put them into the crock before anything else. I've also added sliced or quartered fresh mushrooms. Depending on the weight of the roast, 6 to 7 hours is pretty much spot on. Oh, I usually leave out the water and add a T of Worchestershire sauce.

LilacFrog7807

07/07/2020 10:01:40 PM

Delicious, falls apart with the fork. Followed the recipe except I added 8oz mushrooms and 2/3 cop of onions about 2 hours before end. I also like a thicker sauce so I added 2 tablespoons of cornstarch to finished product. Yummmmmmy.

Allrecipes Member

07/07/2020 10:01:40 PM

Delicious, falls apart with the fork. Followed the recipe except I added 8oz mushrooms and 2/3 cop of onions about 2 hours before end. I also like a thicker sauce so I added 2 tablespoons of cornstarch to finished product. Yummmmmmy.

Sarah Stewart

05/22/2020 02:49:32 PM

Chicken broth Golden mushrooms soup Half an onion Cup of baby carrots Salt and peppers and Seared meat first Deglazed pan Thickened gravy with corn starch Cooked 8 hours

Linze

01/07/2020 01:53:25 AM

I have been making this for many years. Although I use 2 cans of Cream of Mushroom soup, 1 lb of fresh sliced mushrooms, 1 med. onion sliced, and 1/4 C red wine. And yes, cook it on low for a good 10 hours or more. The sauce comes out restaurant style and is to die for. My kids like it best over egg noodles but I've used rice or mashed potatoes too.

Jessica

03/24/2016 08:08:53 AM

UPDATE 8/21/2017: this time I made recipe as written with only one change: the addition of Lipton onion soup mix. We all agreed too salty but otherwise well-liked. Will repeat next time with onion soup but no salt. Creates a tasty gravy - served with white rice, but maybe next time egg noodles or even biscuits? [ORIGINAL REVIEW: I had a 2-lb. London Broil in the freezer, and based on the size plus some reviews I opted to double the soup and water. I used garlic powder because I was out of fresh, and Italian seasoning because I was out of basil. Cooked on low in the crock pot for 8 hours, then shredded the meat into the gravy and changed the setting to "warm" while I finished other parts of the meal. Served with mashed potatoes and noodles to accommodate some picky eaters in my group. (I was hoping it would turn out like stroganoff, but would have needed to mix in some sour cream and paprika I think.) We all thought it was fine/okay. I would try to match the recipe more exactly to give it another chance.]

kelly

03/01/2017 02:16:27 PM

I didn't know what London Broil was when I bought it but it was cheap and I figured I'd find a recipe online. This was a good one! I started with 3/4 of a white onion sliced thinly covering the entire bottom of the crock pot. I added a can of sliced mushrooms with the juices and some carrots. Afterwards I took the meat and vegetables out, added some cornstarch paste and turned the juices into gravy to put over redskin garlic mashed potatoes. My crock pot is quite large so I didn't need to cut down the meat to make it fit. When I put the ingredients in, I sprinkled all the spices right onto the meat and when I added the cream of mushroom soup I put it directly on the meat and spread it over the meat so it could soak into the meat. I think putting the soup strategically on-top of the meat was the key to making the meat tender. 7 hours on low was the perfect timing. Once I started it I never lifted the lid, all the ingredients I put in at the start. It worked well for me, and the meat fell apart. Perfect meal for a cold February dinner.

R.

07/21/2025 06:23:06 PM

This is easy and it turned out great. I didn't want to heat up my kitchen by using the oven on a hot day. I had a 2.5# piece of top round London Broil, so I doubled the sauce. My only complaint is it was too salty, so when I do this next time, I will omit the salt since I think the soup already contributes enough of that flavor. I cooked it in my 6qt oval Nesco roaster that can also function as a slow cooker. That allowed me to turn the heat up enough to initially brown the beef a little for some extra flavor. The little roaster threw some heat off its exterior, but not much worst than a crockpot. You could use something like the Instant Pot Superior Cooker, or Precision Dutch Oven, both of which have an insulated cradle that prevents the exterior from getting hot. 3-4 hours in the electric roaster was sufficient for "falling apart" tender. As with any beef, pick a good high quality meat to begin with.

ReadMyLips26

04/14/2025 07:29:39 PM

Very good! Made multiple times and so delicious each time. Have added sliced mushrooms also. Served with homemade bread, fried squash and roasted red potatoes! So so good

SteadyMiso8648

03/20/2025 11:58:12 AM

Very good and easy especially when you’re gonna be gone for most of the day. and then you come home and your dinner is made except for the noodles

cherie

02/11/2025 04:49:17 PM

Loving this one

HandyFarro7667

10/31/2024 09:20:03 PM

Just made for dinner with mashed potatoes it was a easy tasting dish!

dcavic

09/28/2024 07:10:48 PM

I've never had meat come out of a slow cooker as tough and dry as this. So disappointing.

FriskyParm4468

09/28/2024 01:25:51 AM

That is an awesome recipe!! I used a half a stick of butter to 1.35 pound and I also used balsamic vinegar and olive oil and only used a bit of water instead of broth I put tons of garlic and used Lawrys seasoning and Celtic sea salt sweet potatoes and regular potatoes some carrots and onion Brilliant Dish!!!!!

Ryan Parker

04/28/2024 02:46:40 AM

Made it and it tasted like something a pro chef made.

cmach

09/06/2023 02:11:31 AM

Very tender! 6 hours is plenty tho- I cooked 6 hr 35 minutes and I think I would have liked it not so well done but not dry at all! The only change was I used 25% less sodium Campbells cream of mushroom soup. My husband suggested adding mushrooms next time. We had with baked potatoes and tossed green salad.