Description
This comforting Crock Pot Cube Steak recipe features tender cube steaks slow-cooked in a savory mushroom and onion gravy. With minimal prep and slow cooking, the steaks become wonderfully juicy and flavorful, perfect served over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles. Optional browning of the steaks adds depth to the taste, and fresh parsley garnish brings a fresh finish to this easy, hearty meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Steaks and Seasoning
- 4 cube steaks (about 1 pound total)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste (optional)
Gravy
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 packet (1 oz) onion soup mix
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Additional Ingredients
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (optional, for browning)
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the Steaks: Season both sides of the cube steaks evenly with garlic powder, black pepper, and salt if desired, to enhance the flavor before cooking.
- Brown the Steaks (Optional): Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and brown the cube steaks for 2-3 minutes on each side. This step enhances flavor but can be skipped to save time.
- Prepare the Crock Pot: Place the sliced onions evenly at the bottom of the crock pot. Lay the browned steaks on top of the onions, or place raw steaks directly over the onions if skipping the browning step.
- Mix the Gravy: In a bowl, combine the beef broth, onion soup mix, cream of mushroom soup, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Pour Over Steaks: Carefully pour the gravy mixture over the steaks and onions in the crock pot, ensuring the steaks are covered with the sauce.
- Cook: Cover the crock pot with a lid and cook on low heat for 6 to 8 hours or on high heat for 3 to 4 hours, until the cube steaks are tender and the flavors meld together.
- Serve: Once cooked, serve the cube steak topped with the mushroom gravy over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles. Garnish with fresh parsley for an optional decorative and fresh touch.
Notes
- Optional browning adds flavor but can be skipped for convenience.
- Cooking times vary based on slow cooker model; check tenderness accordingly.
- Leftovers refrigerate well and can be reheated gently on stovetop or microwave.
- Serve with creamy mashed potatoes or buttered noodles for a complete meal.
- Use low sodium beef broth to control salt levels if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: cube steak recipe, crock pot cube steak, slow cooker steak, mushroom gravy steak, easy crock pot meal, comfort food
