Slow Cooker Cube Steakrn

A dinner plate with crock pot cube steak covered i gravy with mashed potatoes.

This crock pot cube steak simmers slowly all day in a creamy mushroom gravy and ends up melt-in-your-mouth tender and ready to enjoy when you are.

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Prep Time10

Cook Time8

Total Time18

Servings

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What You Should Know Before Making This Recipe
Slow Cooker Cube Steak Ingredients
Substitutions And Additions
Flavor Profile
How To Make This Slow Cooker Cube Steak Recipe
How To Serve
Storing Cube Steak
Why We Love This Recipe
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The beauty of this slow cooker cube steak is in how it transforms over hours of gentle simmering. The beef becomes so tender it practically melts in your mouth, while the rich, savory gravy—packed with the earthy flavors of mushrooms, onions, and garlic—elevates every bite. It’s a dish that doesn’t just taste good—it delivers a depth of flavor that makes you want to savor every last spoonful.

A white dinner plate of crock pot cube steak with gravy and onions.

What You Should Know Before Making This Recipe

Main Ingredients: Cube steak, onions, mushrooms, onion soup mix, cream of mushroom soup, water, garlic, cornstarch.
Quick Steps: Layer vegetables and steak in the slow cooker, mix soup and seasonings, pour over steak, and cook for 6-8 hours.
Total Time & Yield: 8 hours for 4 servings.

Why This Recipe

Our recipe includes sliced fresh onions and mushrooms, which add a rich, earthy depth of flavor.

Many other recipes skip this step, using only canned ingredients, which can result in a less fresh, more one-note flavor.

Additionally, the use of garlic in our recipe adds a more dynamic flavor layer. Garlic enhances the savory profile and pairs beautifully with the onion and mushroom base.

Many other cube steak recipes overlook garlic as a key ingredient, resulting in a dish that can feel a bit one-dimensional.

This recipe’s flexibility also sets it apart. Whether you prefer serving it over egg noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes, the gravy clings perfectly to any base, making it a versatile family favorite.

Slow Cooker Cube Steak Ingredients

Slow Cooker Cube Steak raw ingredients that are labeled

If you’re looking for a delicious and easy meal that won’t disappoint, slow cooker cube steak is worth a try.

The steak is tender and flavorful after being stewed in its juices for hours on end.

The slow cooking process allows the meat to absorb all of the flavors from the broth, onions, and mushrooms, resulting in a melt-in-your-mouth texture.

You’ll need:

1 large onion, sliced
8 ounces of cremini or baby Bella mushrooms, sliced
1½-2 pounds of cube steak
1(1-ounce) packet of onion soup mix
1 can of cream of mushroom soup
1 cup of water
½ teaspoon of black pepper
½ teaspoon of seasoned salt
2 teaspoons of minced garlic
1 tablespoon of cornstarch dissolved in 1 tablespoon of water

Substitutions And Additions

SOUP: You can also substitute a cream of celery soup for the cream of mushroom in this easy recipe..

MUSHROOMS: If you can’t find (or don’t like) cremini or Bella mushrooms, any fresh mushrooms would be fine in this easy dinner recipe.

Flavor Profile

This slow cooker cube steak recipe is hearty, savory, and full of comforting flavors:

The tender beef soaks up the rich mushroom and onion soup mix-based gravy, giving it a deep umami taste.
The cream of mushroom soup adds a velvety texture and subtle earthiness.
The onion soup mix infuses the dish with a sharp, savory punch.
The added garlic provides a slight hint of warmth and depth to the flavor, complementing the mushroom and beef beautifully.

How To Make This Slow Cooker Cube Steak Recipe

STEP ONE: In the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker, arrange the onion and mushroom pieces.

Place the cube steak over the top of the vegetables. You can layer the steak pieces if needed.

onion and mushrooms pieces added to a bowl and cube steak on top

STEP TWO: In a separate bowl, whisk together the onion soup mix, cream of mushroom soup, water, black pepper, seasoned salt, and minced garlic.

PRO TIP: Because we’re adding the onion soup mix, do not add more salt to the recipe than the specified half teaspoon of seasoned salt.

STEP THREE: Pour the soup mixture over the cube steak.

STEP FOUR: Cover and cook on high for six hours or low for eight hours.

STEP FIVE: During the last hour of cooking, whisk together the cornstarch and water and stir into the mushroom gravy mixture in the crockpot.

Continue cooking, turning the slow cooker up to high if cooking on low, and cook for another 30 minutes to 1 hour until the gravy thickens.

How To Serve

This deliciously tender steak is the perfect choice for a busy day. It simmers away all day in the slow cooker and is ready to serve over egg noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes.

Add a simple Caesar salad and dinner rolls on the side to mop up all the yummy gravy.

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Storing Cube Steak

Now that you’ve enjoyed your comforting slow cooker cube steak let’s talk about how to store any leftovers or plan ahead for your next meal.

MAKE AHEAD: After preparing the cube steak and gravy, allow it to cool to room temperature. Transfer it to an airtight container, ensuring that it’s well-sealed. You can store it in the refrigerator for up to three days before reheating.

IN THE FRIDGE: Store leftover crockpot cube steak in an airtight container in the refrigerator for two to three days.

IN THE FREEZER: You can also freeze this cubed steak entree for up to one month. Label the container so that you make sure to use the steak before its best-by date.

REHEATING: When it’s time to savor your stored cube steak, there are a few methods you can use to reheat it.

In the microwave, place your portion on a microwave-safe plate, cover it with a microwave-safe lid, and heat in 30-second intervals until heated through.

In the oven, preheat to 350°F (175°C), place the cube steak in an oven-safe dish, cover it with foil, and bake for approximately 15-20 minutes or until warmed to your liking.

On the stovetop, reheat it gently in a skillet over medium-low heat, adding a splash of water or beef broth to maintain moisture. Stir occasionally until heated thoroughly. Make sure to check the internal temperature of the steak, aiming for 165°F (74°C), to ensure it’s safe to eat.

Why We Love This Recipe

FLAVORFUL SIMPLICITY: This recipe delivers mouthwatering flavors with minimal effort. The cube steak becomes incredibly tender and soaks up the rich gravy.

CONVENIENT SLOW COOKING: The slow cooker does most of the work for you, allowing you to set it and forget it. It’s perfect for busy days when you want a homemade meal without spending hours in the kitchen.

BUDGET-FRIENDLY: Cube steak is an affordable cut of meat, making this recipe a wallet-friendly option for families. Yet, it transforms into a luxurious and satisfying meal that doesn’t skimp on taste.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is cube steak?

Cube steak is an inexpensive cut of beef (the unique cube pattern comes from pre-grocery store tenderization). Because the meat is so tough, this tenderization allows you to have really inexpensive meat that is also tender.

Is it safe to put raw meat in the slow cooker?

It is perfectly safe to put raw meat in your slow cooker, especially since it will have several hours to cook thoroughly.

Can I freeze leftovers from this easy cube steak recipe?

You can easily freeze the cube steak and gravy in an airtight container for up to a month.

The slow cooking process results in perfectly tender cube steak in this easy recipe. Crock pot cube steak is the ideal dish to make when you know you will have a busy day since it simmers away on the counter while you are going about your day.

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Crock Pot Cube Steak

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This crock pot cube steak simmers slowly all day in a creamy mushroom gravy and ends up melt-in-your-mouth tender and ready to enjoy when you are.

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 8

Total Time 18

Servings

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Ingredients

1 large onion, sliced
8 ounces cremini or baby bella mushrooms, sliced
1½ to 2 pounds cube steak
1 ounce onion soup mix
1 can cream of mushroom soup
1 cup water
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon seasoned salt
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon cornstarch, dissolved in 1 tablespoon water

Instructions

In a 6-quart slow cooker, arrange the onion and mushroom pieces. Place the cube steak over the top of the vegetables. You can layer the steak pieces if needed.
In a separate bowl, whisk together onion soup mix, cream of mushroom soup, water, black pepper, seasoned salt, and minced garlic.
Pour soup mixture over the cube steak.
Cover and cook on high for 6 hours or on low for 8 hours.
During the last hour of cooking, whisk together the cornstarch and water and stir into the gravy mixture in the crockpot. Continue cooking (turning the slow cooker up to high if cooking on low) and cook for another 30 minutes to 1 hour, until the gravy thickens.
Serve over egg noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes.

Notes

The onions will take a while to cook down into nice soft caramelized onions, so adding them at the start of slow cooking is the perfect timing.
Because we’re adding the onion soup mix, do not add more salt to the recipe than the specified ½ teaspoon seasoned salt.
The longer you cook cube steak in the slow cooker, the more tender it will be. We found it was quite tender at the 6-hour mark.

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