Venison Swiss Steak Mediterranean Slow Cooker

Transform your dinner table with the hearty and flavor-packed Venison Swiss Steak Mediterranean Slow Cooker recipe, a perfect fusion of rustic comfort and Mediterranean flair. Tender venison steaks are coated in a seasoned flour mixture, seared to golden perfection, and then slow-cooked for hours in a rich tomato-based sauce infused with garlic, onions, red wine, and aromatic herbs like oregano and basil. Generous additions of green bell peppers, briny capers, and black olives create a zesty, tangy depth that perfectly complements the gamey richness of the venison. The slow cooker ensures the steak becomes melt-in-your-mouth tender while requiring minimal hands-on effort, making it ideal for busy days or cozy weekend meals. Serve it over creamy mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or buttered noodles for a hearty, satisfying dish that tastes like it’s straight from a Mediterranean kitchen. Perfect for wild game enthusiasts and slow-cooking aficionados alike, this recipe delivers bold flavors and easy elegance for any family dinner or special occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:380 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds venison steak (approximately 1 inch thick)
• 0.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoons paprika
• 1 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
• 3 units garlic cloves, minced
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 1 cups beef or venison broth
• 0.5 cups red wine (optional)
• 1 medium green bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 0.5 cups black olives, sliced
• 2 tablespoons capers
• 1 teaspoons dried oregano
• 1 teaspoons dried basil
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a shallow dish, combine the flour, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Dredge the venison steaks in the seasoned flour mixture, ensuring an even coating on both sides.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the venison steaks for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Do not cook through; this step is just to develop flavor. Remove the steaks from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the sliced onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and beginning to soften.

Step 4

Transfer the seared venison steaks to the slow cooker. Layer the sautéed onions and garlic on top.

Step 5

Pour in the crushed tomatoes, beef or venison broth, and red wine (if using). Add the sliced green bell pepper, black olives, and capers.

Step 6

Sprinkle the dried oregano and basil over the mixture. Gently stir to distribute the ingredients, but avoid disrupting the layers too much.

Step 7

Cover the slow cooker and cook on the low setting for 6 hours, or until the venison is fork-tender.

Step 8

Once cooked, taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if necessary.

Step 9

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Step 10

Serve hot over mashed potatoes, rice, or buttered noodles for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2573.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2677.3

Total Fat 77.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1023.9mg	0%
Sodium 4738.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 119.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.5g	0%
Total Sugars 33.6g
Protein 343.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 367.8mg	0%
Iron 50.9mg	0%
Potassium 6095.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.4%

Protein: 53.8%

Carbs: 18.8%