20 Best Cube Steak Recipes

These cubed steak recipes are the best way to get a delicious meal on the table on a busy weeknight. The whole family will gather around the dinner table to enjoy a hearty home-style dinner with an easy cube steak recipe as the centerpiece.

Cube steak, sometimes labeled as minute steak, is an inexpensive, flavorful cut of beef that’s pre-tenderized. Home cooks will pound a beef cube steak thin with a meat mallet or meat tenderizer but your local butcher or meat counter at the grocery store will probably use a meat tenderizing machine.

Beef cube steaks are typically a tough cut of meat because the meat comes from either the top round or bottom round of the steer. The rump of the animal is used more and therefore a tougher muscle to cook.

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Looking for a tasty and budget-friendly meal option? Look no further than cubed steak! This versatile cut of meat can be prepared in a variety of delicious ways, from classic comfort food dishes like chicken fried steak to more gourmet options like steak Diane. Listed below is a variety of recipes to suit any taste or occasion, so you can enjoy the flavor and convenience of cubed steak anytime. So why not give it a try and see what all the fuss is about?

1. Smothered Philly Cheese Cubed Steak

On busy days, a pan filled with mouthwatering Smothered Philly Cheese Cubed Steak will hit the proverbial spot. They’re succulent, tender and packed with flavor, with the bonus of taking mere minutes to prepare. Serve these smothered cheese steaks stacked on a toasted garlic-butter hoagie roll!

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2. Steak Fingers Recipe

A tried-and-true Steak Fingers Recipe that always yields good flavor, crispy strips of beef fried to perfection! Easy to make and loved by kids AND adults!

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3. Cube Steaks with the BEST Mushroom Gravy

Cube Steak is a tenderized beef steak seared in beef broth, onion and garlic powder then made with the BEST Mushroom Gravy recipe.

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4. Oven Cube Steak

Oven cube steak is one of those recipes that is so simple, that you’re amazed how delicious it is. Easy Oven Cube Steak I’m here to say this is one of the easiest recipes I ever made. Incidentally, I was a bit dubious that something so simple and with so few ingredients could be !

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5. Easy Keto Low Carb Chicken Fried Steak and Gravy + VIDEO

This Easy Keto Low Carb Chicken Fried Steak is made with tenderized cube steaks, almond flour, grated parmesan cheese, salt and pepper, with no pork rinds. You can substitute those if you wish. This dish is drizzled in white country gravy that can you cook with sausage if you wish.

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6. Easy Swiss Steak

Easy Swiss Steak can be cooked in the oven or the slow cooker. Tender beef in a rich tomato gravy is great over rice, noodles or mashed potatoes and green beans!

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7. Chili Lime Cube Steaks

A spicy and sweet Chili Lime Cube Steaks recipe is perfect for a fast and healthy family dinner. So quick and easy, it takes only 10 minutes!

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8. Bistec Ranchero (Mexican Beef Ranch Style)

Bistec ranchero is a traditional Mexican dish that is rich in flavors medium heat and texture. It is made with thinly sliced beef, a smoky tomato sauce, and

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9. Bistec Encebollado (Puerto Rican Steak and Onions)

Bistec encebollado, Puerto Rican steak and onions, is an easy and economical family style dinner made with tender stewed cubed steak.

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10. Cube Steak Recipe with Gravy (Crockpot Cube Steak or Stove Top)

This easy stove top or Crock Pot cube steak is a simple recipe that uses minimal ingredients for maximum flavor. I made mine keto by using homemade cream of mushroom soup! Below you will find instructions to make this cube steak in the crock pot to on the stove top!

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11. Cube Steak Parmesan

If you’re looking for a quick dinner recipe, flavorful slow cooker Cube Steak Parmesan is the answer. Serve with your favorite pasta and sauce.

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12. Instant Pot Cube Steak

Instant Pot cube steak with potatoes and mushrooms cooked in a flavorful brown gravy together. This cube steak recipe is a dump and start meal.

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13. Philly Cheesesteak Quesadilla Recipe

Philly Cheesesteak Quesadillas are filled with beef and melted cheese in a toasted tortilla. An easy, make-ahead quesadilla recipe done in under 30 minutes.

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14. Italian Cube Steak Parmesan

Looking for easy weeknight meal cube steak recipe? This Italian Parmesan Crusted Steak is yummy even your kids will love it!

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15. Parmesan-Crusted Cubed Steaks with Zucchini Ribbons

A Parmesan cheese and bread crumb coating give these Cubed Steaks a familiar crunch, while beautiful zucchini ribbons provide a fresh side dish.

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16. Pepper Jack Steak Sandwiches

Cube Steak, grilled onions, buttery toasted sub rolls, melted pepper jack, & delicious creamy ranch cilantro dressing create for the best steak sandwich.

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17. Instant Pot Cubed Steak

Instant Pot Cubed Steak is a great way to get a delicious and hearty meal on the table in no time! This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights.

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18. Air Fryer Cube Steak

Make this savory marinated cube steak in your air fryer in a flash! We’ll show you how to turn an inexpensive beef cut into a delicious dinner. The key to a tender and delicious air fryer cube steak is this simple marinade.

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19. Fried Cube Steak

Cube steak is best floured and pan fried in a cast iron skillet. Tender and delicious, this meal cooks quickly so it's perfect for a weeknight meal. This is Southern comfort food at its best! Wouldn't this be delicious served with mashed potatoes?

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20. Country Fried Steak Sliders with Caramelized Onions

Easy Country Fried Steak Sliders with Caramelized Onions will elevate your next tailgate to the knockout level!

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👩‍🍳 Chef Tip

Be sure to store any leftovers in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to five days. Reheat any leftovers in a large skillet over medium-high heat or until heated through.

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• ▢ Smothered Philly Cheese Cubed Steak
• ▢ Steak Fingers Recipe
• ▢ Cube Steaks with the BEST Mushroom Gravy
• ▢ Oven Cube Steak
• ▢ Chicken Fried Steak and Gravy
• ▢ Easy Swiss Steak
• ▢ Chili Lime Cube Steaks
• ▢ Bistec Ranchero
• ▢ Bistec Encebollado
• ▢ Cube Steak Recipe with Gravy
• ▢ Cube Steak Parmesan
• ▢ Instant Pot Cube Steak

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