Best 9 Oven Smothered Steak Recipes

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Oven smothered steak is a delectable dish that combines the flavors of tender steak, savory sauce, and caramelized vegetables. This classic recipe is a perfect choice for a hearty and comforting meal that is easy to prepare. With just a few simple steps, you can create a mouthwatering oven smothered steak that will impress your family and friends.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

SMOTHERED ROUND STEAK WITH GRAVY



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This is one of the first recipes I learned to cook when I was a teenager. Mom taught me to cook over the phone, after I got home from school every day. She was working and I didn't think about it at the time, but later I realized my calls were reassuring to her, since she knew I was safely home. Even when Mom told me how to do it, I nearly always tweaked it! Most of the time, it turned out okay. Mashed potatoes and biscuits are perfect with this, along with a vegetable.

Provided by Bibi

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (2 1/2 pound) tenderized round steak, cut into 6 pieces
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 cup all-purpose flour, divided
1 teaspoon garlic powder, or to taste
½ cup cooking oil, divided
1 large onion, sliced
1 cup water
1 teaspoon beef base (such as Better than Bouillon®)
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 cups milk

Steps:

  • Sprinkle each side of the round steak pieces with salt and pepper, rubbing seasoning into the meat.
  • Combine 1/2 cup flour and garlic powder in a 1-gallon resealable bag. Add steak pieces, seal bag, and shake to evenly coat all the pieces.
  • Heat 1/3 cup of oil in a large skillet over medium heat until hot. Add seasoned and floured steak pieces to the skillet in a single layer in batches and cook until browned, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and keep warm. Repeat with remaining pieces, adding more oil, if necessary, until all are browned.
  • Add onion slices to the same skillet and stir, coating onions with pan drippings, until onion slices have separated and are just beginning to soften, about 2 minutes. Move onions to one side of the skillet and return browned steak pieces to the skillet. Spread steak evenly in the skillet and place onions on top.
  • Stir together water, beef base, and Worcestershire sauce in a microwave-safe container. Microwave on high for 1 minute, stir, and pour into the skillet. Cover, reduce heat to a simmer, and cook until the steak is tender, about 45 minutes.
  • Remove the steak from the skillet and add reserved 1/2 cup of flour to the pan drippings. Increase heat to medium; stir briskly and cook until bubbly, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Stir in milk and keep stirring until gravy bubbles again. Return steak, onions, and any accumulated juices to the skillet, cover, and reduce heat to a simmer. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until flavors are well combined, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 556.3 calories, Carbohydrate 22.6 g, Cholesterol 107.5 mg, Fat 31.4 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 43.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 95.8 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

GRACE LOVE'S SMOTHERED STEAK



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Seattle-based soul singer Grace Love was born in the South, and learned to cook watching her parents in the kitchen. This satisfying dish was created using pantry staples. She calls it smothered because it's covered and finished in the oven. She calls it simple, but it's definitely comfort food at its Southern finest. Serve over steamed white rice.

Provided by Leslie Kelly

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Beef     Steaks

Time 1h24m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon sea salt
1 tablespoon garlic salt
1 ½ teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
1 ½ teaspoons brown sugar
1 ½ teaspoons powdered honey
1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 pounds beef chuck steak
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 onions, diced
2 yellow bell peppers, diced
1 cup sliced mushrooms
½ cup water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Combine sea salt, garlic salt, black pepper, brown sugar, powdered honey, cayenne pepper, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl to make spice rub.
  • Measure out 2 tablespoons of the spice rub and use to season steak on all sides.
  • Heat oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions; cook and stir until they start to become translucent, about 3 minutes. Add bell peppers and mushrooms; saute until tender, about 3 minutes.
  • Clear a space in the center of the skillet; add seasoned steak. Cook until surface of the steak starts to brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Flip steak. Pour water into the skillet and cover with aluminum foil.
  • Transfer skillet to the preheated oven and cook until steak pulls apart when pierced with a fork, 45 minutes to 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 461 calories, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 103 mg, Fat 32 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 28.6 g, SaturatedFat 10.9 g, Sodium 3175.2 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

SUNNY'S SMOTHERED RIB EYE STEAK



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Provided by Sunny Anderson

Time 2h30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 teaspoon Hungarian paprika
1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
1 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 (12-ounce) boneless rib eye steaks
5 sprigs fresh thyme
1 stalk fresh rosemary
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup chopped onion
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons stone-ground mustard
1 cup beef stock
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup sour cream
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • For the steaks: In a small bowl, combine the paprika, thyme, salt and a few grinds of black pepper. Sprinkle on both sides of the steaks and let rest at room temperature for up to 2 hours.
  • In a large pan with straight sides, add the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the steaks and sear on both sides until a deep golden color is on the bottom, 4 to 5 minutes. Flip and cook about 4 minutes more. Remove to a plate and cover with aluminum foil.
  • For the gravy: Using kitchen twine, tie the thyme and rosemary together. In the same pan you seared the steaks in, add the herb bundle and the butter. Lower the heat to medium, melt the butter and then add the onions. Season with a pinch of salt and a grind or 2 of black pepper. Cook on medium heat until the onions are tender, about 5 minutes, and then add the garlic. When the garlic becomes fragrant, about 2 minutes, add the stone-ground mustard and beef stock. Stir to blend and then add the heavy cream. Taste and season with more salt, if needed, and raise the heat to a gentle simmer. Once the sauce has thickened to a gravy, lower the heat and stir in the sour cream. Add the reserved steaks back into the pan and bring to a simmer while spooning the sauce over the steaks. Cook this way until desired doneness; it should take only a minute more for medium-rare. Remove from the heat and allow to rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Place the slices on a serving plate and pour the gravy over the top.

ONION AND PEPPER SMOTHERED ROUND STEAK



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h45m

Yield 5 cups beef and gravy, about 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

1/2 teaspoon cayenne
2 1/4 pounds thin top round steak, sliced into strips about 1/4-inch thick
1 1/2 tablespoons Essence, recipe follows
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon freshly chopped parsley leaves
1/4 cup vegetable oil
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
White rice, for serving, optional
3 cups chicken broth, divided
6 cups sliced onions
2 cups sliced red and green bell peppers
3 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon dried oregano
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon dried thyme
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Combine the meat with the Essence and flour in a mixing bowl and toss to combine.
  • Heat the oil in a large cast iron Dutch oven or high-sided skillet over medium-high heat and brown the meat, in batches, until browned on all sides, 4 to 5 minutes. Add 2 cups of the chicken broth and stir, scraping the bottom and sides of the pan to loosen any browned particles. Add the onions, bell peppers, salt, cayenne, and black pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, for 6 to 8 minutes, or until the vegetables are wilted. Reduce the heat to medium. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes. Add the remaining cup of broth and continue to cook, uncovered, for about 1 hour longer, or until the meat is very tender and the gravy is thickened and flavorful. Add the parsley and serve immediately over white rice, if using.
  • Combine all ingredients thoroughly.
  • Recipe from "New New Orleans Cooking", by Emeril Lagasse and Jessie Tirsch
  • Published by William Morrow, 1993.

FOODCHANNEL EDITOR



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When you're craving a traditional smothered steak, here's your recipe. Pair it with mashed potatoes and green beans for a complete comfort food meal. This recipe courtesy of http://www.recipegoldmine.com and Texas Beef Council.

Provided by By FoodChannel Editor | June 2, 2008 5:31 pm

Time 1m

Yield -

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds round steak
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 large onion, cut in half and sliced 1/4-inch thick
1 can cream of mushroom soup
1 envelope beefy onion soup mix
1 can beef broth
1 cup water

Steps:

  • 1 In skillet, or Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Saute onion until translucent; remove and set aside. 2 In same skillet, saute round steak until browned. 3 Meanwhile, stir together mushroom soup, onion soup mix, beef broth and 1 cup water until blended; add onion and pour over browned meat. Reduce heat, cover with tight fitting lid, and simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until beef is fork tender, or for Dutch oven, cover and cook in preheated 350°F oven for 1 1/2 to 2 hours.

SMOTHERED STEAK DEEPLY SOUTHERN



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Growing up in the South, we had a neighbor that I adored, Cris Juneau, French Louisianian from New Orleans' way. She made the BEST smothered steak. Reconnecting when I was adult, she cooked her infamous dish from memory, but I watched and recreated to paper. Serve with Recipe # 27361. Simply pure southern comfort food!

Provided by Southern Lady

Categories     Meat

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
4 pieces cube steaks (butcher tenderized)
1 cup flour
1/2 cup oil
2 cups water
1 beef bouillon cube
1 large yellow onion, sliced rings

Steps:

  • In small bowl mix 4 seasonings.
  • Place flour in a flat surfaced dish (save unused flour for smothering).
  • Sprinkle front and back side of each steak piece and rub deep into groves of steak.
  • Heat oil to medium high in skillet (cast iron is best).
  • Dredge each piece in flour, press in with finger tips. Re-dredge in flour again and place carefully in hot oil for 1 minute and then turn back heat to medium.
  • Fry steak 4-5 minutes on each side. Remove, drain on a separate plate.
  • Remove all but 2-3 Tbs of oil, over medium high heat, sprinkle with 3 Tbs flour, whisking until well mixed and roux browns.
  • Add water, bouillon cube and remaining seasoning. Mix until gravy begins to thicken slightly. Test taste for spice as this is the time to adjust (salt or water).
  • Replace steak back in gravy and spread onion rings over the tops.
  • Cover and simmer 30-40 minutes.

OVEN SMOTHERED STEAK



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This is a meat and gravy all in one dish. It's key to keep enough liquid in your skillet while cooking to provide gravy when it's done. You can use basically any cut of steak, because of the low & slow cooking method, any cut will turn out tender.

Provided by Lynn Socko @lynnsocko

Categories     Beef

Number Of Ingredients 13

2-3 pound(s) steak, cut into approx 3 inch cubes
2 teaspoon(s) garlic powder
2 teaspoon(s) mrs. dash, table blend
1 teaspoon(s) pepper
1 tablespoon(s) olive oil
2 tablespoon(s) flour
1 tablespoon(s) worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup(s) carrots, cubed
1/2 cup(s) celery, finely chopped
1/2 cup(s) sweet onion, roughly chopped
2 cup(s) approx. of water or beef broth
8 ounce(s) frozen peas, optional
1-2 cup(s) mushrooms, sliced, optional

Steps:

  • Dice carrots, celery and onion.
  • Cut meat into large cubes, drizzle with olive oil. Season with garlic, onion pwd., mrs. dash, & pepper. Rub to coat meat well, then sprinkle enough flour to lightly coat meat. Drizzle with a little Worcestershire sauce.
  • Place steak in a large cast iron or oven proof skillet, baking dish or dutch oven. Add vegetables on top. Pour enough hot water into pan to come almost to top of meat, cover bake 400* for 30 min., reduce to 325* bake for 1 1/2 hours, checking liquid level half way through. Add more water or broth if level is very low.
  • Remove from oven, add peas and mushrooms if desired, stir in with meat, add more water or broth to bring liquid back up if needed and simmer on stove top for about 20 min. IF NOT adding mushrooms or peas, go straight to next step.
  • Remove from oven, if broth is too thin, thicken with a cornstarch/water mix (Use 1 tbsp. cornstarch with 1 c cold water or milk) and simmer for about 5 min. Season with salt & pepper to taste. TIP: To darken your broth, add a tsp of Kitchen Bouquet at end of cooking.
  • Serve over potatoes, rice or pasta.

SMOTHERED STEAK



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Provided by Edna Lewis

Categories     Beef     Onion     Braise     Stew     Dinner     Bacon     Winter     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 bacon slices
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
1 1/2 pounds chuck eye or blade steaks
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups thinly sliced onion
1 cup water

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in 1 tablespoon oil in a large heavy skillet over medium heat until crisp. Drain on paper towels, reserving fat in skillet, then crumble.
  • Meanwhile, pound steaks 1/4 inch thick between sheets of plastic wrap using flat side of a meat pounder. Snip through any gristle with kitchen shears (to prevent curling), then pat steaks dry.
  • Mix together flour, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and dredge steaks on all sides, shaking off excess.
  • Heat reserved bacon fat over medium-high heat until it shimmers, then brown steaks on both sides in batches; transfer to a plate.
  • Add onion to skillet with remaining tablespoon oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper and cook over medium heat, stirring frequently and scraping up brown bits, until softened and browned, about 10 minutes.
  • Add steaks with any meat juices and water and bring to a boil. Simmer, tightly covered, over low heat until meat is very tender, about 1 1/4 hours. If sauce is thin, transfer meat to a platter and boil until reduced to about 1 cup. Season steaks with salt and pepper. Serve with sauce and sprinkled with bacon.

SMOTHERED ROUND STEAK



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Make and share this Smothered Round Steak recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Julesong

Categories     Meat

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 lbs round steaks (London broil, chuck, or round roasts may also be used)
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, Ground
1 teaspoon red pepper, Ground
1 teaspoon white pepper, Ground
all-purpose flour (dredging)
1/2 cup vegetable oil
3 medium onions, chopped
2 bell peppers, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
1 cup beef stock or 1 cup water

Steps:

  • Season the meat with one half of the salt and peppers.
  • Dust with flour on all sides.
  • Heat the oil in a Dutch oven or other large heavy pot over medium-high heat, add the meat, and brown well on all sides.
  • Remove the meat and pour off all but 1 teaspoon of the oil.
  • Add half the onions, bell peppers, celery, and the other half of the seasonings, and the stock or water.
  • Stir well and reduce the heat to the lowest possible point.
  • Return the meat to the pot and cover with the remaining vegetables.
  • Cover and let cook until the meat is very tender, about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
  • Serve the meat in slices, with rice alongside and the gravy over all.
  • When you try this recipe with other kinds of meat, be sure to adjust the cooking times accordingly--let tenderness be your guide.
  • For extra flavorful meat, try larding with slivers of garlic before smothering.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 729.8, Fat 53.8, SaturatedFat 14, Cholesterol 165.6, Sodium 1526.2, Carbohydrate 11.4, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 5.1, Protein 49.2

Tips:

  • To ensure the steak is cooked evenly, use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. For medium-rare, the internal temperature should be 135°F (57°C), for medium, it should be 145°F (63°C), and for medium-well, it should be 155°F (68°C).
  • If you don't have a meat thermometer, you can check the doneness of the steak by pressing on it with your finger. If it feels springy, it's rare; if it feels firm, it's medium; and if it feels hard, it's well-done.
  • Let the steak rest for a few minutes before slicing it. This will help the juices redistribute throughout the meat, making it more tender and flavorful.
  • Serve the steak with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple salad.

Conclusion:

Oven-smothered steak is a classic dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that is perfect for any occasion. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give oven-smothered steak a try. You won't be disappointed!

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