Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak with Onion Gravy

Imagine sinking your fork into juicy, tender Salisbury steak patties smothered in a rich, creamy onion gravy — pure comfort food that practically cooks itself. This slow cooker version lets your crock pot do all the work, transforming simple ground beef into a melt-in-your-mouth dinner your whole family will ask for again and again.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Juicy, flavorful patties – seasoned ground beef that stays tender and moist thanks to the slow cooker.
• Rich, creamy onion gravy – a savory gravy made with caramelized onions, beef broth, and cream of mushroom soup.
• Hands-off cooking – just sear the patties, stir together the gravy, and let the slow cooker do the rest.
• Family-friendly comfort food – a budget-friendly dinner the whole table will love.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds ground beef
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 large egg
• 1 onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons ketchup
• 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of mushroom soup
• 1 packet onion soup mix
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

1. Form the patties – In a large bowl, gently mix the ground beef with the breadcrumbs, egg, half the diced onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, mustard, salt, and black pepper until just combined. Shape into 6 to 8 oval patties about 3/4 inch thick.
2. Sear the patties – Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the patties for 2 to 3 minutes per side until nicely browned. They do not need to cook through; the slow cooker will finish the job.
3. Make the onion gravy – In a bowl, whisk together the beef broth, cream of mushroom soup, onion soup mix, cornstarch, and the remaining diced onion until smooth and well combined.
4. Slow cook – Arrange the seared patties in the slow cooker and pour the gravy over the top. Cover and cook on LOW for 5 to 6 hours or on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours, until the patties are cooked through and tender.
5. Serve – Spoon the patties onto plates and ladle the creamy onion gravy generously over the top. Enjoy!

Serving Suggestions

• Creamy mashed potatoes – the classic pairing to soak up every drop of gravy.
• Buttered egg noodles – a comforting, old-fashioned option everyone loves.
• Fluffy white rice – a simple, satisfying base for the rich gravy.

Storage Tips

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave, adding a splash of beef broth if the gravy has thickened.