September 15, 2011 updated April 21, 2021
This Slow Cooked Smothered Cubed Steak is simmered in a flavorful gravy along with green bell pepper, onions and baby portabella mushrooms. This style of down home steak and gravy is one of the best dishes to cook low and slow. It's a spectacular dish to come home to, and sure to have the family asking for seconds.
Slow Cooked Smothered Cubed Steak with Gravy
This gravy smothered cube steak dish is nostalgic for me in many ways, as my Mom made it regularly when I was a girl. So, for me, it's true comfort food. I'm frugal at heart so I peruse the meat counter to find a less expensive cut of meat like cube steak and turn it into a meal fit for a king. At the same time it keeps my budget on track and fills-up the hungry eaters at my supper table.
What is Smothered Cubed Steak and is it the Same as Cube Steak?
What is cube steak or cubed steak you may ask? I'm so happy you asked! The terms are often use interchangeably and they're essentially the very same thing. Cube steak is actually top sirloin or top round that has been run heavily through a meat tenderizer machine leaving it filled with tiny holes called "cubing." The meat isn't only tender but the holes left behind from this process makes it even more inclined to absorb all of the seasonings. This cubed steak simmers all day in it's own flavorful gravy making it one of those comforting "stick to your ribs" kind of dishes. Winter, Fall or any day of the year it's a meal that always hits the spot.
How to Make the Best Slow Cooked Cubed Steak and Gravy
When slow cooking this dish, the steak becomes super succulent and tender. It becomes infused with the flavor of the gravy and seasonings. Making it in a crockpot makes it perfect for a busy weeknight meal.
- If you have top sirloin or top round steaks on hand, you can also use a meat mallet to pound it for this recipe. Use the side with the meat tenderizer, not the smooth flat side for the best end result.
- After dusting with flour, I go the extra mile and browning the steak pieces on the stove top before layering in the slow cooker. If you're sort on time, you may choose to skip the browning step. It adds another level of flavor that makes it worth the effort if time allows.
- You may omit, or add a different type and flavor of bell peppers to suit your taste or what you have on hand.
- You may also adapt using the variety of mushrooms that you enjoy. It's all about simplifying dinner so don't sweat the small stuff.
- The Au Jus mix contains ample sodium adding flavor overall. You can add more salt to your taste.
- You can use classic cream of mushroom or cream of mushroom with garlic soup for this recipe. Should you choose classic cream of mushroom soup, add 1 teaspoon of garlic powder or granulated garlic for more flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container chilled for up to 2 days. Gently reheat in the oven, covered with foil or at 50% power in the microwave. When reheating in the microwave, take care not to overcook the meat or it will be tough.
More Southern Style Slow Cooker and Crock Pot Recipes to Make
Slow cooking will never go out of style in my cookbook. The fix it and forget it way of making dinner is always a win for busy families. A few other recipes you may like to try:
- Slow Cooked Dr Pepper Barbecue Beef served on toasted kaiser rolls.
- Slow Cooked Braised Beef Short Ribs melt in your mouth.
- Slow Cooked Asian Meatballs can be served over rice or with toothpicks as an appetizer.
- Slow Cooked Spaghetti Sauce simmers all day ending with a robust and comforting flavor.
- Crock Pot Round Steak Dinner from Recipes that Crock.
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Slow Cooked Smothered Cubed Steak with Gravy
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 308kcal
Ingredients
- 2 ½ lb cubed sirloin steak (6-8 medium-size pieces)
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour (Season with ¼ teaspoon each salt, pepper and paprika)
- olive oil
- 1 medium green pepper seeded and sliced
- 1 medium sweet onion sliced
- 1 8 oz container sliced baby portabella mushrooms
- 1 10 ¾ oz can cream of mushroom & roasted garlic soup
- 1 ½ cup low sodium beef broth
- 1 0.6 oz packet Knorr Au Jus gravy mix
- 2 tablespoon A-1 steak sauce
- 1 tablespoon chopped flat leaf parsley
- 1 teaspoon steak seasoning blend i.e. Chicago, Montreal, Meat Magic
- ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
- salt & black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon flour, plus additional as needed to thicken sauce
Instructions
- Spray the crock of a 6 quart slow cooker with cooking spray.
- Dust the cube steaks with flour seasoned with salt, pepper and paprika.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown both sides of the steaks in olive oil for 1 minute per side then arrange in the bottom of the slow cooker. Do not cook through.
- To the pan, add soup, beef broth, au jus packet, steak sauce, parsley, steak seasoning and thyme. Whisk off the heat scraping all of the brown bits off the bottom of the pan. Whisk in 1 tablespoon of flour. Taste and adjust the pepper, if needed.
- Arrange vegetables on top of steak, then drizzle gravy on top.
- Cook on low for 6 -7 hours or until fork tender.
- Serve hot over rice, egg noodles or mashed potatoes.
Notes
- The au jus gravy mix will likely have ample salt for this entire dish. Taste before adding any additional salt to your steak.
- You can use classic cream of mushroom soup or cream of mushroom soup with garlic for this recipe. Should you choose classic cream of mushroom soup, add 1 teaspoon of garlic powder or granulated garlic for more flavor.
- Adjust the steak pieces according to how many servings needed.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 308kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 102mg | Sodium: 235mg | Potassium: 660mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 74IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 3mg
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Andelina
Wonderful dish!!! The gravy is delicious over mashed potatoes or rice.
Melissa
Thanks so much, I'm so happy you loved it!
Eva
Do you know if this can be made in a pressure cooker, like an instant pot? I use it to save time.
Melissa
I haven't tested it but, I'm sure you could adapt it, sure.
Terri
Seeing this recipe brought back memories of the smothered steak my mom use to make in a big cast iron skillet completely on the stove. I would love to make this but I have developed a food allergy to mushrooms. Leaving out the sliced mushrooms would be easy but what type of canned soup could I substitute for the cream of mushroom & roasted garlic soup?
Melissa
Hi Terri, how sweet! You can absolutely omit the mushrooms and use either cream of chicken or cream of celery soup instead. You'll never know it's cream of chicken after cooking with the remaining ingredients and seasonings. There's a cream of chicken with herbs and even a cream of bacon, if you're so inclined.
Beverly Risher
Where is the recipe? Never been a great gravy maker
Melissa
You scrolled right past the recipe to leave this question.
Chantal
The most AMAZING stew i have ever made. The taste will have you craving this dish, over and over again.
My favorite dish EVER !!!!!!
Melissa
Hi Chantal, I consider that high praise, thanks so much!
Melissa
Wow, that sounds good too!
Anonymous
just sounds so good! I'm going to make this in the next couple days thank you very much. I've always done cube steak in a Spanish way with onion garlic vinegar and cilantro can't wait to try this version! Thanks!
Melissa
Hi Theresa! Oh wonderful, thank you for taking the time to let me know. ~ Melissa
theresa foster
Made this yesterday and all I can say is WOW!!!! Perfect!!, and our boys made sure there were NO left overs!!!
Thank you Melissa!!!
DeeDee2012
Melissa this was pure comfort food at best! The steak was so tender and just over the top in flavor!! Thank you for sharing your wonderful recipes!!
Melissa
Hi Dee Dee, I consider that a true compliment from such a fantastic cook as you! I'm so happy you enjoyed this, thanks friend. ♥ Melissa
DeeDee2012
I went to the grocery store this morning and this is on our menu for tomorrow. Can't wait!
Melissa
Dee Dee, I'm delighted you're making this. Sure hope you love it as much as we do! Thank you! 🙂
Melissa
Hi Tia! Me too, so happy you like this one. Thanks for stopping by, Melissa
Melissa
I'm always adding new recipes to my blog, stay tuned.
Melissa
Hi Dee Dee, thank you!
Terrylin
Hi, I'm anxious to try this recipe out. Can I pre make this and freeze it or prepare it for a slow cooker dump?
Melissa
Hi, I haven't tested it specifically for this recipe, but I think you could. If you try it let us know how it goes!
DeeDee2012
Melissa this sound absolutely divine!! Awesome!
Anonymous
I love the recipes that have a short list of ingredients. Have any new ones?
tialoca13
Crockpot is GREAT for keeping the kitchen cool during summer. Hearty food and easy!!!
Melissa
Hi Didi! Thanks so much, we love this dish year around. 🙂 ♥ Melissa
Didi Dalaba
I love the sauces, and the hint of thyme Melissa!! Awesome recipe as usual!! ♥