Smothered Steak
Craving Southern comfort food? This smothered steak is hearty, flavorful, and so satisfying. Perfectly cooked tender steak is covered in a rich, savory gravy that takes it to the next level. This steak is ready to enjoy in just 30 minutes!
Reasons You’ll Love This Recipe
Comforting Classic: Smothered steak is packed with rich, Southern flavors that feel like a warm hug on a plate. It’s the perfect winter (or anytime) dinner!
Quick and Easy: It’s ready in just 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.
One-Pan Wonder: There’s minimal cleanup with everything cooked in the same pan!
Customizable: This dish easily pairs with your favorite sides for a complete meal. We love to enjoy it with mashed potatoes or rice, roasted broccoli, and fluffy rolls!
How to Make Smothered Steak
This smothered steak recipe is super easy and very tasty! First, sear the steaks in the pan. Then, use the same pan to create the gravy. This will infuse the gravy with all those incredible flavors from the seared steak. Finish by returning the steaks to the pan with the gravy, and you’ve got an irresistibly delicious dinner!
Prep: Rub the steaks with salt and black pepper and then set aside. Heat the butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Cook: Carefully place the smothered steaks in the heated pan and then cook for 3-5 minutes on each side, undisturbed, to create a nice crust on the steaks. Remove the steaks from the pan and then set aside.
Sauté: Next, add the onions to the pan and cook until they are tender, scraping up any blackened bits from the pan as you cook.
Cook: Add the garlic to the pan and then cook for 1 minute. Whisk the flour into the pan, creating a paste.
Add: Slowly pour the beef broth into the paste mixture, whisking as you pour. Incorporate all the broth, then stir in the Worcestershire and soy sauce.
Transfer: Place the steaks back in the pan, smothering them with the gravy sauce and then let simmer for an additional 3-4 minutes, coating the steaks well in the gravy. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste, and then serve your smothered steaks!
Tips and Variations for Smothered Steak
Here are a few easy tips and ways that you can customize the recipe to your family’s preference!
Type of Meat: If you don’t like round steak, then you can use your favorite cut of meat for this recipe. Cooking time will vary depending on the steak and how you like your steaks done.
Serving Options: I recommend serving smothered steaks with mashed potatoes or rice as a side. The gravy is delicious with the fresh potatoes!
Add Mushrooms: Love mushrooms? Try sautéing sliced mushrooms with the onions.
How to Store Leftover Steak
Smothered steak is best enjoyed hot off the pan, but if you happen to have leftovers, they will keep for a few days!
In the Refrigerator: Store leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
In the Freezer: I don’t recommend freezing this recipe; it’s better to enjoy it fresh.
More Delicious Steak Recipes
If you loved this smothered steak recipe, then I know you will love my other delicious steak dishes.