If your idea of the perfect weeknight dinner involves effortless prep, rich comfort food, and a slow cooker doing all the work—you're in the right place! This Slow Cooker Cubed Steak recipe checks all the boxes: minimal ingredients, budget-friendly, and melt-in-your-mouth tender beef smothered in a rich, savory gravy.
And the best part? It only takes six ingredients!
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Crockpot cube steak recipe
This easy recipe is foolproof and beginner friendly! Just toss it in the crockpot and you're done. No tricky steps, just easy, delicious results!
I think is the irresistible gravy. That golden mushroom soup combined with the brown gravy, creates a savory gravy mixture perfect for serving over hot mashed potatoes, yum!
The low and slow cooking method guarantees a fork-tender steak, without any guesswork!
Ingredients
Please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post for the exact measurements.
Instructions
This is an overview of the instructions. For complete directions, scroll down to the bottom.
- Spray the crockpot vessel with non-stick cooking spray.
- Sliced onions and place them in the bottom of the crockpot
- Place the cube steaks over the onions. Season with the brown gravy mix.
- Combine the soup, beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce. Whisk until well combined.
- Pour over the steaks. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours.
Equipment
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FAQ's
Cube steak is a tenderized cut of beef, usually from the round, that’s pounded flat for quick cooking. Top sirloin is a firmer, more premium cut that hasn’t been tenderized.
Slow cooking is the answer! Low heat for a long time (6-8 hours) helps break down the meat fibers, making the steak extra tender.
If you don’t have golden mushroom soup, use cream of mushroom soup or make a homemade mushroom gravy with butter, flour, milk, and sautéed mushrooms.
This dish is all about the gravy, so serve it over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice to soak up every last drop!
Top Tip
Want extra flavor? Sear the cube steak in a hot skillet before adding it to the slow cooker. This step is optional but locks in juices and adds a crispy edge!
- Don't lift the lid! Opening the slow cooker releases heat and can mess with the cook time. Keep the lid on for the best results.
- Prefer thicker gravy? About 30 minutes before serving, mix 2 tablespoons of flour with ¼ cup of cold water, then stir it into the crockpot. Cover and let it thicken up!
- Meat thermometer = No guesswork. Cooked beef should be at least 145°F for medium-rare or 165°F for fully cooked.
Variations and add-ins
- Swap the cubed steak for chuck roast or beef stew meat if that’s what you have on hand.
- Stir in a packet of onion soup mix for extra flavor.
- Love garlic? Add 1 teaspoon of garlic powder or 2 cloves of minced garlic when seasoning the steaks.
- Need more veggies? Toss in sliced mushrooms, bell peppers, or frozen peas for added texture.
Storage and reheating
Refrigeration—Store leftover cube steak in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
Freezer—Freeze cubed steak and gravy in a freezer-safe ziplock for up to 3 months.
Reheat—Thaw frozen steak in the refrigerator overnight before reheating on the stovetop over low heat or in the microwave in short intervals.
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What to serve with slow cooker cube steak
- Make sure to soak up all the slow cooker cube steak gravy with warm, soft, and easy Yeast Rolls—they taste so cozy after a busy day!
- Roasted Green Beans and Carrots is a staple side dish that's simple to make and complements any steak recipe perfectly.
- I'm sorry in advance because this Impossible Pecan Pie recipe is so addictive you won't be able to get enough of the sweet, nutty flavors.
💬 Tried this recipe? I’d love to hear your thoughts! Leave a rating & review in the comments below.
Slow Cooker Cube Steak Recipe
Equipment
- Slow Cooker
Ingredients
- 4-6 cube steaks
- 1 onion sliced
- 10.5 ounce can condensed golden mushroom soup
- ⅓ cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- .87 ounce package brown gravy mix
Instructions
- Spray the crockpot vessel with non-stick cooking spray.
- Place the sliced onions in the bottom of your slow cooker.
- Layer the cube steaks over the onions. Sprinkle with the brown gravy mix.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the golden mushroom soup, beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir until well combined.
- Pour the soup mixture over the cube steaks in the slow cooker, ensuring they are well-covered.
- Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on low heat for 6-8 hours or on high heat for 3-4 hours. Cooking times may vary depending on your slow cooker.
Tammie Peace says
My daughter who doesn’t usually like these type of recipes and is kinda picky said it’s a 3 1/2 / 4 Stars . So I like these Crock Pot one pot and done meals and I would give it 4 1/2 Stars . Needs garlic , salt , and pepper , more Wash your Sister sauce ; which I added . Now it’s a FIVE !!
Going in my recipe rotation . Sure it’s a personal preference taste thing . I might also add more soup if I had more !!
GREAT 😋😋😋
Debra Clark says
Glad you enjoyed the recipe Tammie - thanks for adding your preference, always good to hear. Thanks for supporting the blog!!
Lois says
I’m going to be making this later this week. It just looks so good. Yum!!!!
Debra Clark says
Thanks Lois - I hope you really enjoy the cube steak!!