Crock Pot Steak and Gravy

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Crock Pot Steak and Gravy cooks low and slow for an easy steak dinner that pairs perfectly with mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles.

A Tender Juicy Steak Dinner Recipe

This Crock Pot Steak and Gravy is an easy slow cooker dinner that works well for busy days when you want something to fill your families bellies without spending too long in the kitchen. It’s also a practical way to make the most of budget-friendly cuts of meat while feeding your whole family, which is something we definitely need in today’s economy.

A plate with Crock Pot Steak that's overflowing with brown gravy.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Can I cut this recipe in half?

Definitely. It’s a pretty easy recipe to cut in half. You’d use one packet of gravy instead of two and you’ll cut the other ingredients by half as well. Keep in mind though, if you make the regular recipe, you can always store the rest for later, or freeze it for longer keeping and already have a meal ready to go.

What to serve with Slow Cooker Steak and Gravy?

Shown served with mashed potatoes but rice or egg noodles would also work and a side of steamed veggies. A side salad and your favorite Dinner Rolls or Breadsticks would also be great to soak up the gravy with.

Is this Steak and Gravy a salty dish?

For this recipe, I recommend using low sodium packets and unsalted butter if anyone is sensitive to salt or for anybody who may think this could be too salty for their tastes. You can always add additional salt if you feel it needs it. I do recognize that if you go full salted butter and the packets, some people could feel it’s too salty, that’s why I have those recommendations.

Can I use homemade gravy rather than the packets?

Yes. For anybody who don’t want to use packets, you could use my recipe for Homemade Au Jus. For reference, 4 1/2 teaspoons of that homemade mix equals one packet. So you’ll need 3 Tablespoons of that mix for this specific recipe.

Could I use a cornstarch slurry instead of adding flour?

If you want to skip the step of thickening the gravy on the stovetop, you can combine 3 Tablespoons water with 3 Tablespoons cornstarch. Whisk together and add to the slow cooker and stir in. Cover and cook on high for about 30 minutes or until thickened. It won’t get it quite as thick as the stovetop but it will thicken it some.

How to store leftovers?

Store leftover Steak and Gravy in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave until warmed through, adding some water or broth if the gravy thickens too much during storage. Leftovers can also be frozen for up to 2 months; thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

Looking down on some Steak in Gravy in a Slow Cooker.

Ingredients Needed: (See Recipe Card Below For The Full Recipe)

sirloin steaks– this recipe is a good one to use for cheaper cuts of steak since it is cooking low and slow and gives time for those tougher cuts of meat to get tender. It is recommended to cook on low for best (most tender) results. Other cuts of steak that will work: chuck roast cut into chunks, short ribs, or cut-up brisket or that steak you grabbed on sale. They will all work.
onion– a shallot would be a great substitution here.
garlic– use fresh garlic if you have it. I think it gives the best flavor. You could use the jarred stuff in a pinch.
brown gravy packets– I recommend using the low or no sodium packets as this dish can get salty quickly with the different ingredients that we are using. If you don’t have the packets, you can use my Homemade Au Jus recipe instead. In the FAQ section, I shared how much of it to use as a replacement for the brown gravy packets.
Worcestershire sauce
butter – I’d stick with unsalted butter if you can for this recipe, especially if you’re someone who is sensitive to salt or thinks recipes get too salty pretty easily.
all-purpose flour – we’ll be using this to help thicken the gravy.

Sirloin steaks, kosher salt, black pepper, oil, onion, garlic, water, brown gravy packets, Worcestershire sauce, butter, and all-purpose flour.

How To Make Crock Pot Steak and Gravy

Season the steaks with salt and pepper on all sides. In a large skillet over medium heat, add half of the oil and sear the steaks until golden brown. You will need to do this in batches, and add more oil if needed. Place the steaks into the bottom of a 6-8 quart slow cooker.

Steaks seasoned with salt and pepper on a plate, and seared steaks in a Crock pot.

Do not wipe out the pan, add the onion cook until softened, 6-8 minutes Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, 30 seconds. Add the onions and garlic over the steaks in the slow cooker. In a small bowl, whisk together the gravy packet with the water. Add the Worcestershire sauce. Pour the sauce mixture over the steaks.

Cooked onions and garlic on seared steaks in a Crock Pot, and a cup of a sauce being poured over steaks.

Cook on low for 5-6 hours or high 3-4 hours until the meat is tender. It is recommended to cook on low for best (most tender) results. NOTE: Do not remove the lid while cooking. This will result in a longer cooking time and the meat will not come out as tender. Just set it and forget it.

When done, take the steaks out of the slow cooker and set aside. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for 2 minutes whisking often. Slowly stream in the cooking liquid from the slow cooker and whisk to combine, this will avoid lumps. Simmer for 4-5 minutes until thickened.