Smothered Steak and Onions Recipe

Name: Smothered Steak and Onions
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2- 1/2 pounds Bottom Round Steak, Pounded To About 1/4 Inch Thick; 1 Tablespoon Weber Chicago Steak Seasoning; 1 Tablespoon Emeril's Essence Seasoning; 1 Tablespoon Onion Powder; 1 Tablespoon Garlic Powder; 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil, For The Skillet; 1 whole Vidalia Onion, Thinly Sliced; 1/4 cups All-purpose Flour; 2 cups Low Sodium Beef Broth; 3 Tablespoons Heavy Cream; 1 teaspoon Salt

Servings: persons

2- 1/2 pounds Bottom Round Steak, Pounded To About 1/4 Inch Thick
1 Tablespoon Weber Chicago Steak Seasoning
1 Tablespoon Emeril's Essence Seasoning
1 Tablespoon Onion Powder
1 Tablespoon Garlic Powder
1 Tablespoon Olive Oil, For The Skillet
1 whole Vidalia Onion, Thinly Sliced
1/4 cups All-purpose Flour
2 cups Low Sodium Beef Broth
3 Tablespoons Heavy Cream
1 teaspoon Salt

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Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Season steak with steak seasoning, Emerils Essence seasoning, onion powder and garlic powder.
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Set aside.
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Pour olive oil in the bottom of a cast iron skillet or regular frying pan.
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Cook steak over medium-high heat until browned on the outside, about 3 minutes per side (note: it does not need to be cooked all the way through).
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Remove steak to a plate and cover with aluminum foil, leaving the drippings in the skillet.
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Add onions to skillet and cook until they are limp, translucent and slightly caramelized.
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Remove from pan and set aside.
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Lower heat to medium.
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Add flour into the skillet, stirring for a minute or two.
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Add chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring until flour has cooked down completely and gravy has thickened.
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Place steak and onions back into the skillet and stir to combine with the gravy.
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Cover with aluminum foil and bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes.
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Remove aluminum foil from skillet and check the seasoning of the gravy.
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If necessary, add the salt.
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Stir steak and onions, then place skillet back in the oven uncovered, for ten more minutes.
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Serve over white rice, egg noodles or mashed potatoes.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2- 1/2 pounds Bottom Round Steak, Pounded To About 1/4 Inch Thick, 1 Tablespoon Weber Chicago Steak Seasoning, 1 Tablespoon Emeril's Essence Seasoning, 1 Tablespoon Onion Powder, and more.

Yes, Smothered Steak and Onions falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Smothered Steak and Onions

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