This Slow Cooker Cube Steak recipe features beef cube steaks browned then slow cooked all day with onions, gravy, and cream of mushroom soup. The end result is tender beef in a rich, savory gravy. Serve over mashed potatoes for the ultimate comfort food dinner.
Easy Slow Cooker Cube Steak
This slow cooker beef cube steak recipe is one of those low effort dinners that I love so much. The only hands-on portion of this recipe is browning the beef which, truly, you could skip if you were really short on time. (Though it does add so much flavor.)
You could easily toss everything in the slow cooker on your way to work and come home to dinner ready to go. Add a simple side, like mashed potatoes and a veggie, and dinner is served!
Why You’ll Love This Crockpot Cube Steak Recipe
- Only 4 main ingredients. The primary ingredients in this recipe are cube steaks, onion, gravy, and cream of mushroom soup. Beyond that, you just need oil, salt, and pepper. So easy.
- Set it and forget it. This recipe is a true “set it and forget it” dinner. After you sear the steaks and pop everything in the crockpot, you don’t have to think about this dish until it’s ready.
- Cozy comfort food. Cube steak with gravy is definitely a “meat on the bones” Sunday dinner type of dish. I love pairing it with mashed potatoes and corn for a hearty, comforting dinner.
What You’ll Need
This crockpot cube steak recipe is made with just a few main ingredients.
(Scroll below to the printable recipe card for details and measurements.)
- Olive oil – To brown the steaks.
- Beef cube steaks – Substitute the cube steak with thinly sliced beef chuck or round steak if cube steaks are not available. These cuts will also tenderize nicely in the slow cooker.
- Onion – Adds flavor and texture to the dish.
- Gravy mix – Use homemade gravy, another flavor of gravy mix like onion or mushroom, or a combination of beef broth and cornstarch (or flour) to chicken, if desired.
- Cream of mushroom soup – Cream of celery soup can be used instead of cream of mushroom, if preferred. You can also utilize a homemade white sauce or a mix of mushroom broth and heavy cream thickened with flour or cornstarch.
- Water
- Salt & pepper – To taste.
- Fresh parsley – For garnish.
How To Make Slow Cooker Beef Cube Steak
Here’s a quick overview of how to make slow cooker cube steak.
(Scroll down to the recipe card below for more detailed instructions and don’t miss the video below.)
- Brown the beef. Brown the cube steaks in the olive oil. Transfer to the crockpot.
- Combine the ingredients. Place the onions on top of the steaks. Combine the beef gravy packets, soup, and water in a bowl with the salt and pepper. Pour over the steaks, making sure to cover them fully.
- Cook. Cook on low for 6 hours, until the steaks are tender. Serve hot with mashed potatoes and corn. Enjoy!
Tips For Success
Here are a few helpful hints for making the best crockpot cube steak.
- Make sure the beef is thawed. It’s best to thaw the cube steak before adding it to the crock pot to ensure even cooking and optimal texture.
- Thicken the gravy if needed. Mix a tablespoon of cornstarch with a tablespoon of cold water to make a slurry, then stir it into the crockpot. Cook on high for an additional 15-20 minutes or until the gravy thickens.
- You can add vegetables like carrots, potatoes, or mushrooms directly to the crockpot. They’ll cook alongside the steak and absorb the flavorful gravy.
- Do I have to brown the steaks? Browning the steaks prior to adding them to the crockpot isn’t entirely necessary, but it adds depth of flavor and improves the texture of the meat.
- You can double the recipe, as long as your crockpot is large enough to accommodate the increased volume without overcrowding. Adjust cooking times as necessary.
Video: Crockpot Cube Steak
What To Serve With Cube Steak
You can serve this cube steak with any variety of sides. It’s perfect over mashed potatoes or with creamed corn but also pairs great with roasted green beans, our favorite rice pilaf, a garden salad, or dinner rolls to mop up that luscious gravy!
Proper Storage
- Fridge. Store any leftover crock pot cube steak in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat: You can microwave leftovers for 1-2 minutes until hot. Or heat in a 350°F oven, cover with foil and bake for 10-15 minutes.
- Freeze: Cool the dish completely, then transfer it to a freezer-safe container or a heavy-duty freezer bag. Freeze for up to 3 months. To reheat, thaw in the refrigerator overnight and then reheat using one of the methods mentioned above until it reaches 165°F. Note that freezing can affect the texture of the gravy, but gently reheating should help maintain its flavor and consistency.
More Easy Slow Cooker Recipes
- Mississippi Pot Roast
- French Dip Sandwich
- Slow Cooker Beef Brisket
- Crockpot Shredded Chicken Tacos
- Slow Cooker Taco Soup
- Slow Cooker Beef Ragu
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Slow Cooker Cube Steak
This Slow Cooker Cube Steak recipe features beef cube steaks browned then slow cooked all day with onions, gravy, and cream of mushroom soup. The end result is tender beef in a rich, savory gravy. Serve over mashed potatoes for the ultimate comfort food dinner.
Servings: 4 people
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 beef cube steaks (fully thawed if frozen)
- 1 large onion , thinly sliced
- 2 packets gravy mix (beef flavor)
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup (10.5 ounces)
- 1 can water (10.5 ounces)
- salt and pepper , to taste
- Fresh parsley , chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Swirl to coat, then brown the cube steaks on both sides to add flavor and texture. Transfer browned steaks to a 6 quart crockpot.
- Place the thinly sliced onion on top of the steaks.
- In a mixing bowl, add the beef gravy packets and cream of mushroom soup. Fill the empty soup can to the top with water and add that in along with some salt and pepper, to taste. Stir until well combined, then pour the gravy mixture over the steaks and onions, ensuring the steaks are fully covered.
- Cover the with the lid and cook on LOW for 6 hours, or until the steaks are tender and the flavors blend together.
- Once cooked, carefully remove the steaks from the crockpot. (If the gravy needs thickening, you can mix a tablespoon of cornstarch with a tablespoon of cold water to make a slurry, then stir it into the crockpot. Cook on high with the lid off for a few minutes or until the gravy thickens.)
- Serve the cube steaks hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley. Enjoy over mashed potatoes and corn.
Video
Notes
Use a different beef. Substitute the cube steak with thinly sliced beef chuck or round steak if cube steaks are not available. These cuts will also tenderize nicely in the slow cooker.
Gravy mix. Use homemade gravy, another flavor of gravy mix like onion or mushroom, or a combination of beef broth and cornstarch (or flour), if desired.
Use a different soup. Cream of celery soup can be used instead of cream of mushroom, if preferred. You can also utilize a homemade white sauce or a mix of mushroom broth and heavy cream thickened with flour or cornstarch.
Add in vegetables. You can add vegetables like carrots, potatoes, or mushrooms directly to the crockpot. They’ll cook alongside the steak and absorb the flavorful gravy.
You can double this recipe. As long as your crockpot is large enough to accommodate the increased volume without overcrowding, you can double this recipe. Adjust cooking times as necessary.
Nutrition
Calories: 411kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 39g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 126mg | Sodium: 646mg | Potassium: 720mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 51mg | Iron: 3mg
I made this yesterday. I followed the directions exactly. It was delicious. Every bite was eaten. I served with mashed potatoes and corn per the suggestion. It made for a wonderful meal for my family. Thank you.