Hamdi Saidani This Pioneer Woman Crock Pot Cube Steak is a tender and savory recipe, which is made with cream of mushroom soup and Lipton Onion Soup Mix. It’s the ultimate ‘fix it and forget it’ comfort food, ready in about 6 to 8 hours.
Pioneer Woman Crock Pot Cube Steak Ingredients
- 2 (10.5 ounce) cans condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 packet Lipton Onion Soup Mix
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste
- ¾ cup water (optional, for thinner gravy)
- 1 ½ pounds cube steaks (4 to 6 steaks)
- 1 medium yellow or white onion, sliced
- 6 ounces mushrooms, sliced (optional)
How To Make Pioneer Woman Crock Pot Cube Steak
- Make the Gravy Base: In the insert of a crock pot, stir together the cream of mushroom soup, the entire packet of Lipton onion soup mix, and the ground black pepper. If you prefer a thinner gravy, stir in the water.
- Layer the Ingredients: Place the cube steaks into the sauce. As you add each steak, top it with some of the sliced onions. If you are using them, add the sliced mushrooms on top of the steaks.
- Slow Cook Until Tender: Cover the crock pot and cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours or on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours. The steak is done when it is very tender.
- Serve: Serve the steak hot, smothered in the rich gravy from the crock pot.
Recipe Tips
- How do you get the most tender steak? The secret to this recipe is the low and slow cooking method. For the most tender, fall-apart results, it’s best to use the LOW setting for the full 6 to 8 hours if your time allows.
- How can I make the gravy thicker? If your gravy is thinner than you’d like at the end of the cooking time, you can easily thicken it. In a small bowl, make a slurry by mixing 1 to 2 tablespoons of cornstarch with 2 to 3 tablespoons of cold water. Stir this paste into the crockpot, turn the heat to HIGH, and let it cook for another 15 minutes, or until thickened.
- Do I need to brown the steak first? No, and that’s the beauty of this super easy recipe! It’s a “dump and go” meal where all the flavor comes from the ingredients melding together during the long, slow cook.
- Can I use frozen cube steak? It is highly recommended that you thaw your cube steak completely before adding it to the crockpot. Cooking meat from frozen in a slow cooker can keep it at an unsafe temperature for too long. Thaw it in the refrigerator overnight for the best results.
What To Serve With Crock Pot Cube Steak
This is a classic comfort food main dish that is practically begging to be served over something that can soak up all the delicious gravy. Excellent choices include:
- Creamy Mashed Potatoes
- Fluffy white rice
- Buttered egg noodles
- A side of Southern-style green beans
How To Store Crock Pot Cube Steak
- Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Reheat: Reheat gently in the microwave or in a saucepan on the stove over low heat.
Crock Pot Cube Steak Nutrition Facts
- Serving: 1 serving
- Calories: 433kcal
- Protein: 44g
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Sodium: 1209mg
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
Do I need to stir the steak while it’s cooking?
No. In fact, it’s best to avoid removing the lid until the cooking time is up. Every time you lift the lid of a slow cooker, you release a significant amount of heat and steam, which can increase the cooking time and dry out your food.
Can I use a different kind of u0022cream ofu0022 soup?
Yes. If you don’t have or don’t like cream of mushroom, this recipe also works very well with cream of chicken, cream of celery, or a golden mushroom soup.
My gravy seems a little thin, even without adding extra water. What happened?
The onions and mushrooms will release some moisture as they cook, which can thin out the gravy. If this happens, you can easily thicken it at the end with a cornstarch slurry as described in the Recipe Tips section.
Try More Pioneer Woman Recipes:
- Pioneer Woman Crock Pot Apple Butter Recipe
- Pioneer Woman Crock Pot Chili Recipe
- Pioneer Woman Crock Pot Pulled Pork Recipe
Pioneer Woman Crock Pot Cube Steak Recipe
Description
The ultimate ‘fix it and forget it’ comfort food, featuring ultra-tender cube steak and onions smothered in a rich and savory mushroom gravy.
Ingredients
Instructions
- In a crock pot, stir together the cream of mushroom soup, Lipton onion soup mix, and black pepper. Stir in optional water if using.
- Place the cube steaks into the sauce, topping them with the sliced onions and mushrooms.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours, until the steak is very tender.
- Serve hot over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles.
Notes
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