Description

This Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak recipe delivers hearty, comforting flavors with tender beef patties simmered in a rich mushroom and onion gravy. Perfect for an easy, hands-off dinner, this dish combines browned ground beef patties with savory gravy cooked low and slow for maximum tenderness and taste.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Beef Patties

2 lbs ground beef
1 egg
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/4 cup milk
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

For Cooking and Sauce

1 tablespoon olive oil
8 ounces sliced mushrooms
1 small onion, sliced
12 ounce container beef gravy
1/2 cup beef broth
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

Prepare the Patties: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, egg, panko breadcrumbs, milk, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated. Shape the mixture into 6 evenly sized patties.
Brown the Patties: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the patties in a single layer and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until they develop a golden brown crust. Remove from heat.
Arrange Ingredients in Slow Cooker: Place the sliced mushrooms and onions at the bottom of the slow cooker. Layer the browned patties on top of the vegetables.
Add Liquids and Cook: Pour the beef gravy and beef broth over the patties and vegetables. Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 4 to 6 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the patties to become tender.
Thicken the Sauce: Once cooking is complete, carefully remove the patties and keep them warm on a plate. Mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry, then stir it into the slow cooker liquid. Set the slow cooker to HIGH and cook for 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Serve: Spoon the thickened gravy over the patties. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve warm for a satisfying meal.

Notes

For best flavor, brown the patties thoroughly before slow cooking to develop a rich crust.
You can substitute beef gravy with homemade or store-bought gluten-free gravy for a gluten-free option.
Adjust the cooking time in the slow cooker depending on your appliance; check tenderness after 4 hours.
Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and can be reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
To make it dairy-free, use a plant-based milk and ensure beef gravy is free of dairy additives.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Salisbury steak, slow cooker meals, ground beef recipe, comfort food, easy dinner, mushroom gravy