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A close-up, rustic shot of slow-cooked cube steak in a white bowl, highlighting the tender texture of the beef and the glossy onion gravy. (Crock Pot Cube Steak)

Crock Pot Cube Steak: The Ultimate Comfort Food Recipe

This Crock Pot Cube Steak recipe delivers incredibly tender, fall-apart beef smothered in a rich and savory onion gravy. An easy, set-it-and-forget-it slow cooker meal that's perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs Cube Steaks (about 900g, 4 pieces)
  • 0.5 cup All-Purpose Flour (60g)
  • Salt and Black Pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil (30ml)
  • 1 large Yellow Onion, thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 2 cups Beef Broth (480ml)
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce (15ml)
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Parsley, chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Slow Cooker (6-quart)
  • 1 Large Skillet

Method
 

  1. In a shallow dish, combine the flour, salt, and pepper. Dredge each cube steak in the mixture. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear steaks for 2-3 minutes per side until a golden-brown crust forms. Transfer seared steaks to the slow cooker.
  2. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and sauté the sliced onions for 5-7 minutes until soft. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant. Deglaze the pan with a splash of beef broth, scraping up any browned bits.
  3. Pour the onion mixture over the steaks in the slow cooker. Add the remaining beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours, until the steak is fork-tender.
  4. Taste the gravy and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Serve the steaks hot, smothered in the onion gravy, and garnished with fresh chopped parsley.

Notes

Don't Skip the Sear: Searing the flour-dredged steak is non-negotiable for achieving that deep, rich flavor.
Check for Seasoning at the End: The gravy will reduce slightly, so wait until the end to taste and adjust the salt and pepper.
Thickening the Gravy: For a thicker gravy, make a slurry of 1 tbsp cornstarch and 2 tbsp cold water, and whisk it into the pot on HIGH for 15-20 minutes.