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Easy Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak

Easy Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak

Classic Salisbury steak made easier in the slow cooker, with tender beef patties and a rich mushroom gravy. Set it, simmer, and serve a comforting weeknight favorite.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 5 hours
Total Time: 5 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1.75 lb ground beef
  • 0.5 cup plain breadcrumbs
  • 0.25 cup milk
  • 0.33 cup finely minced onion
  • 1.25 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp kosher salt or to taste
  • 0.75 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for searing
  • 10.5 oz condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1.5 cup beef broth
  • 8 oz sliced mushrooms
  • 1 tbsp ketchup
  • 0.5 tsp Dijon mustard optional
  • 0.25 tsp dried thyme
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch for thickening
  • 2 tbsp water for slurry
  • 2 tbsp chopped parsley for serving, optional

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Combine beef, breadcrumbs, milk, onion, Worcestershire, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix gently.
  • Shape into 6 oval patties, about 3/4 inch thick. Chill 10 minutes to help them hold.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high. Brown patties 2–3 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate.
  • Whisk mushroom soup, beef broth, ketchup, Dijon, and thyme until smooth.
  • Scatter mushrooms in the slow cooker. Nestle browned patties on top and pour the gravy mixture over them.
  • Cover and cook on Low for 5 hours, until the patties are tender and cooked through.
  • Whisk cornstarch with water. Stir into the hot cooking liquid and simmer until thickened, or cook on High 10–15 minutes.
  • Spoon gravy over the steaks and sprinkle with parsley. Serve hot with mashed potatoes or egg noodles.

Notes

Make it a bit lighter by swapping 1 lb ground beef with 1 lb ground turkey and adding 1 tablespoon olive oil to the gravy for richness. For extra savor, stir in a splash of soy sauce or a teaspoon of onion soup mix to the gravy. Leftovers keep well: refrigerate up to 4 days or freeze (with gravy) up to 2 months. Reheat gently, adding a splash of broth if needed.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Easy Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.