Name: Slow Cooker Cubed Steak
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 480 min
Total time: 490 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 (10.75 oz) can cream of chicken soup; 1 (10.5 oz) can French onion soup; 1 packet au jus gravy mix; 1/2 cup water; 4 cubed steaks; 3 tablespoons cornstarch; 3 tablespoons cold water

Crock Pot Cubed Steak

Crock Pot Cubed Steak with Gravy is a cozy, low-effort dinner that delivers big comfort. Using pantry staples like cream of chicken soup, French onion soup, and au jus mix, this dish creates a rich, flavorful gravy that coats each bite of melt-in-your-mouth steak. Set it and forget it in the slow cooker for 6 to 8 hours, then thicken the gravy just before serving. It’s perfect with mashed potatoes, noodles, or rice, and makes for excellent leftovers. A great pick for busy weeknights or hearty weekend dinners.

By Sou

Updated on Sun, 23 Mar 2025 22:56:21 GMT

Crock Pot Cubed Steak with Gravy is an easy, no-fuss, budget-friendly comfort food classic. The cube steaks turn out incredibly tender and flavorful, simmered low and slow in a savory gravy until they melt in your mouth. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends, this dish delivers all the comfort of a home-cooked meal with minimal effort.

Ingredients

4 cubed steaks
1 packet au jus gravy mix (low-sodium if preferred)
1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup (or cream of mushroom)
1 (10.5 oz) can French onion soup (or beef consommé)
¾ cup water
2 tablespoons cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
2 tablespoons cold water (to make cornstarch slurry)

Instructions

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Step 1: Mix the Gravy Base: In the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker, combine the cream of chicken soup, French onion soup, au jus mix, and water. Stir until fully blended into a smooth mixture.
Step 2: Add the Cubed Steaks: Place cubed steaks into the slow cooker, moving them gently so each piece is coated and as submerged as possible in the gravy mixture.
Step 3: Slow Cook: Cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours. Avoid cooking on HIGH to ensure tender, fall-apart meat.
Step 4: Thicken the Gravy (Optional): Whisk cornstarch and cold water in a small bowl until smooth. Stir slurry into the slow cooker, turn heat to HIGH, and cook uncovered for 15–20 minutes until thickened to your liking.

Serving Suggestions

Mashed Potatoes: The perfect base for soaking up rich gravy.
Rice or Buttered Egg Noodles: Simple starch options that balance the richness.
Steamed or Roasted Vegetables: Green beans, broccoli, or glazed carrots work well.
Crusty Bread or Dinner Rolls: Great for sopping up extra gravy!

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Storage Tips

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. This dish is best enjoyed fresh or refrigerated. Freezing is not recommended as the gravy texture may change once thawed.

Final Thoughts

Crock Pot Cubed Steak with Gravy is the ultimate hands-off, home-cooked comfort meal. With fork-tender beef and savory, spoon-worthy gravy, this recipe is a family favorite that’s as easy as it is satisfying. It’s the perfect way to end a busy day with something warm, flavorful, and filling on the table.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ What kind of meat is cubed steak?: Cubed steak is usually top round or top sirloin that’s been tenderized with a meat mallet or machine.
→ Can I cook this on high instead of low?: Low is best for tenderness, but you can cook on high for 3.5 to 4 hours if needed.
→ Can I use a different soup?: Yes, cream of mushroom works well if you prefer a richer flavor.
→ Is this freezer-friendly?: Yes, just store leftovers in an airtight container and freeze for up to 2 months.
→ Can I skip the cornstarch?: You can, but the gravy won’t be as thick. Try mashing a few potatoes into the mix as a thickener instead.

Slow Cooker Cubed Steak

Tender cubed steak slow-cooked in rich gravy—easy and comforting.

Prep Time

10 Minutes

Cook Time

480 Minutes

Total Time

490 Minutes

By: Sou

Category: Beef

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: American

Yield: 4 Servings (4 servings)

Dietary: ~

Ingredients

→ Main Ingredients

01 1 (10.75 oz) can cream of chicken soup

02 1 (10.5 oz) can French onion soup

03 1 packet au jus gravy mix

04 1/2 cup water

05 4 cubed steaks

→ To Thicken Gravy

06 3 tablespoons cornstarch

07 3 tablespoons cold water

Instructions

Step 01

In the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker, stir together the cream of chicken soup, French onion soup, au jus gravy mix, and water until smooth.

Step 02

Place the cubed steaks into the slow cooker, turning them to coat well in the gravy mixture.

Step 03

Cover and cook on low heat for 6 to 8 hours, until the meat is fork-tender.

Step 04

In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and cold water until smooth. Stir this mixture into the slow cooker. You can remove the steaks temporarily to mix if needed, then place them back in.

Step 05

Turn the slow cooker to high and cook for an additional 30 minutes, or until the gravy thickens nicely.

Notes

This dish pairs well with mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or white rice to soak up the rich gravy.

Use low-sodium soup and gravy mix to better control the salt content.

For added flavor, you can sprinkle in garlic powder or black pepper when mixing the gravy base.

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheated gently.

Tools You'll Need

6-quart slow cooker

Mixing bowl

Whisk or fork

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.

Calories: 436
Total Fat: ~
Total Carbohydrate: ~
Protein: ~