Description
Hearty Onion Gravy Smothered Steak elevates classic comfort with rich, caramelized onions cascading over perfectly seared beef. Savory flavors meld together, promising a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 chicken breasts, small
- 6 ounces (170 grams) cream cheese, cold, refrigerated, and sliced into 8 slices
Vegetables:
- 2 bell peppers, small, thinly sliced (or use mini sweet peppers)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Spices and Cheese:
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Prepare the steak by generously coating with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, ensuring a thorough and even seasoning for maximum flavor development.
- Preheat a skillet to medium-high heat and melt butter until sizzling. Carefully place steaks in the pan, avoiding overcrowding, and sear for 3-4 minutes per side to create a rich, golden-brown exterior.
- Remove steaks from the pan and set aside. In the same skillet, add additional butter and introduce sliced onions, reducing heat to medium. Slowly caramelize onions for 10-12 minutes, stirring periodically until they become soft and golden brown.
- Sprinkle flour over the caramelized onions, stirring to eliminate raw flour taste. Gradually whisk in beef broth, allowing the mixture to thicken and create a smooth, rich gravy.
- Gently return steaks to the skillet, submerging them in the onion gravy. Cover and simmer on low heat for 20-30 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and meat to become tender. Adjust gravy consistency by adding extra broth if needed.
- Plate the steaks, generously coating with the luscious onion gravy. Serve alongside complementary sides like mashed potatoes or rice to absorb the delectable sauce.
Notes
- Tenderize tough cuts by marinating the steak in vinegar or buttermilk for 30 minutes before cooking to break down muscle fibers and ensure a more tender result.
- Opt for cast-iron skillet cooking to achieve superior heat distribution and create a perfect golden-brown crust that seals in the steak’s juices.
- Adjust cooking time based on steak thickness and desired doneness, using a meat thermometer to check internal temperature for precision cooking.
- Create a gluten-free version by substituting regular flour with cornstarch or alternative gluten-free flour blends when making the onion gravy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg