Crock Pot Salisbury Steak is the best comfort food. This traditional dinner cooks in the crock pot so it comes out super tender. This recipe is so easy and delicious, it’s the perfect special meal.
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Why this Crockpot Salisbury Steak Recipe is a Keeper
I love this recipe because it’s an easy, impressive meal that the whole family will love.
- Freezes Well: It’s great for making ahead and freezing for later.
- Great for Meal Prep: The recipe is perfect for making in bulk and enjoying throughout the week.
- Pairs Well with Other Dishes: This family favorite complements a variety of sides or main courses.
- Great Comfort Food: It has a comforting, homey feel that makes you want to return to it.
- Easy Ingredients: It uses common ingredients you often have on hand.
- Great for Leftovers: The leftovers taste just as good, if not better.
What is the Best Cut of Beef for Salisbury Steak?
Ground beef is best for this recipe! You want recipe for Salisbury steak in crock pot to be nice and moist, so as a result this recipe can handle ground beef with a higher fat content. You can use an 80/20, or even a 70/30 mix for this recipe.
Ingredient Notes for Crock Pot Salisbury Steak
To make this recipe for slow cooker Salisbury steak, you will need just a few easy ingredients. If you don’t already have these ingredients in your kitchen, they can easily be found at the store.
- Cream of Chicken Soup: Use cream of mushroom soup instead if you’d like a mushroom gravy.
- Au Jus Mix: A packet of au jus dry mix is perfect for this recipe. However, you could also try brown gravy mix.
See the recipe card below for a complete list of the ingredients with measurements.
Prep Ahead Suggestions for Salisbury Steak in the Crockpot
When you prepare recipes ahead of time, it can help save you time and kitchen space when it comes to making everything for a big holiday dinner!
- Make Ahead: You can make the beef patties a day in advance and keep in the fridge
Special Equipment Needed for Salisbury Steak with Gravy
Sometimes you need a specific piece of equipment/item to make a recipe just right. In this case, all you need is a crock pot!
- Crock Pot: A slow cooker, instant pot or crock pot is best to slow cook this recipe; That way all the flavors can meld together!
Pro Tip
Don’t Overmix: Overmixing the Salisbury steak mixture can result in a tough and chewy steak. Mix just enough to combine the ingredients.
How to Make this Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak Recipe
This recipe comes together in 3 easy to follow steps. Salisbury steaks in slow cooker is an easy addition to your holiday meals. The tender beef patties will make you want it again and again.
These are the basic steps for making Crock Pot Salisbury Steak. Refer to the full, printable recipe card below for detailed instructions.
1. Make Beef Patties
Mix together ground beef, onion soup mix, bread crumbs and milk. Shape hamburger mixture into 8 patties.
2. Brown the Patties
Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Dredge the patties in flour to coat and quickly sear the patties on both sides, about 3 minutes per side. Add the patties back to the crock pot, stacking like a pyramid.
3. Make Gravy and Cook
In a separate bowl, mix the gravy ingredients together cream of chicken soup, au jus gravy mix and water. Pour over ground beef patties and add mushrooms on top. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until meat is well done.
How to Store, Reheat and Use Leftovers
- Storing: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for a few days. You can also freeze leftovers in an airtight container for up to three months.
- Reheating: Reheat individual servings in the microwave or in a pan on the stove.
- Using Leftovers: Leftovers are perfect served over mashed potatoes with veggies with the flavorful gravy.
Variations and Substitutions to Make Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak
This easy slow cooker Salisbury steak recipe is super easy to customize to make it your own! Try taking it to the next level by trying it with different meats, breadcrumbs or adding different ingredients for a different flavor.
- Ground Meat: Experiment with different types of meat. Use ground turkey, ground chicken or ground pork.
- Breadcrumbs: Replace breadcrumbs with crushed crackers, oats, or almond meal for a different texture.
- Vegetables: Add chopped mushrooms, onions or bell peppers to the meat mixture for extra flavor and nutrition to this delicious gravy.
Recipe FAQs
Serve this crock pot Salisbury steak recipe with Brown Sugar Bacon Carrots, Roasted Smashed Potatoes and Mosaic Jello.
Easily swap for gluten-free ingredients to make this delicious recipe gluten free!
Generally, Salisbury steak is not the best for you but was originally thought to help with digestive illnesses. However, swap for lean ground beef, and make your own brown gravy to help limit fat and sodium.
Expert Tips for Making This Salisbury Steak Recipe for Crock Pot
- Different Meat: Make this recipe with ground turkey or venison.
- Different Mushrooms: You can really make this recipe upscale by adding a different mushroom or a variety of mushrooms and a splash of wine!
- Noodles: Try serving this dinner recipe over egg noodles or garlic mashed potatoes.
- Flavor: Make slow cooker Salisbury steak using different flavors such as rosemary, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, or chili powder for a different flavor.
- Sauce Consistency: If your sauce is too thin, add some water and cornstarch to thicken. If your sauce is too thick, add some beef broth to help thin it out to be the perfect consistency.
- Cooking Time: If you’re on a time crunch, you can also slow cook on high for 3 hours. Perfect for busy a busy life.
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds Ground beef
- 1 ounce Dry onion soup mix, 1 packet
- ½ cup Seasoned breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup Milk
- 21.5 ounces Cream of chicken soup, 2 cans
- 1 ounce Dry au jus mix, 1 packet
- ¾ cup Water
- 1 cup Fresh mushrooms, sliced
Instructions
- Mix together ground beef, onion soup mix, breadcrumbs and milk.
- Shape mixture into 8 patties.
- Place patties in slow cooker, stacking like a pyramid.
- In a separate bowl, mix together cream of chicken soup, au jus mix and water.
- Pour over patties.
- Add mushrooms on top.
- Cook on low setting for 4 to 5 hours or until meat is well done.
Christina’s Notes
- Different Meat: Make this recipe with ground turkey or venison.
- Different Mushrooms: You can really make this recipe upscale by adding a different mushroom or a variety of mushrooms and a splash of wine!
- Noodles: Try serving this dinner recipe over egg noodles or garlic mashed potatoes.
- Flavor: Make slow cooker Salisbury steak using different flavors such as rosemary, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, or chili powder for a different flavor.
- Sauce Consistency: If your sauce is too thin, add some water and cornstarch to thicken. If your sauce is too thick, add some beef broth to help thin it out to be the perfect consistency.
- Cooking Time: If you’re on a time crunch, you can also slow cook on high for 3 hours.
- Scale the recipe: Simply adjust the serving size in the recipe card and the ingredients will update automatically.
- Make your own All Purpose Seasoning: When a recipe calls for All Purpose Seasoning, you can use my homemade All Purpose Seasoning recipe or substitute salt and pepper to taste.
- Meat doneness: I always use a meat thermometer to test for doneness when cooking meat.
- Use unsalted butter: I use unsalted butter so I can control the salt level in the recipe.
- Preheat the oven: Unless otherwise noted, always preheat your oven before baking.
For more helpful information about this recipe, such as variations, substitutions and other pro-tips, check out the blog post.
We just moved to an apartment with a gas oven; finding your recipe will help me save money of crock pot vs. oven ;~)
Thanx so much…
Barb
Glad I could help, Barb! Enjoy! 🙂
I tried this months ago and I’m sorry i haven’t posted till now. It was wonderful..easy and oh soooooooo good. Thank you for a great recipe!!!
Thanks for the feedback, Nancy! So glad you liked it!
Thanks for reading!
I made this for my family tonight for dinner. It is AWESOME! Tastes exactly like Salisbury Steak should taste! Thank you so much for sharing.
BTW – we made this for three adults and four children and it was the perfect amount. We were all full and there were no left overs. And we are pretty big eaters (I must say – I think it made 10 patties though when I made them. . )
So glad you like it, Angel! It’s definitely a huge fave in our house! It does make a lot and, if do get leftovers, they are just as good, if not better! Thanks for sharing your feedback! And, thanks for reading! Happy Thanksgiving!
Mmmmmm. This would be perfect for winter dinners. Thank you for sharing! This recipe was the MOST popular @ Prairie Story Recipe Swap and you will be featured tomorrow. Thanks again! ~Alison
WOW! That’s awesome, Alison! This is such a great recipe! I’m happy to share! 🙂
How many would you say this feeds? It looks great, I’m bookmarking it to make it, just wondering if I would need to double it or not. 6 mouths to feed in this family!
When I make it, I can usually serve 4 adults and 1 4-year old child and still have a 1 or 2 left over for lunch the next day. I don’t make them huge though. When I form the patties, I try to keep them on the thinner side. I hope this helps.
This looks so delicious. I love the flavors and am always looking for new crock pot recipes.
Bookmarking this one to try soon!!!!!!!!
great with hot rice. 🙂
here’s my food trip this week –
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I love using my slow cooker! One of my favorite ways to prepare meals for my family. So yummy and the house smells so wonderful while its cooking!
I am fascinated with what you are doing with your blog…I will be back for more!!
Blessings!
Mary Joy
visiting from Make your Home Sing Monday…sorry I’m late visiting its been a very busy week! 😀
i will definitely try to cook this recipe. thanks for sharing it to us. happy weekend
good recipe to try, thanks for sharing and it sounds yummy! happy weekend! 🙂
YUM!!! Thank you so much for sharing with Friday Potluck this week! I love slow cooker recipes 🙂
I have to admit that this is one thing I have never tried but I just might have to now! Especially since I can do it in my slow cooker. Thanks so much for linking this up to the party this week! 🙂
Vanessa
Now this is something Bill would love…pure comfort food!
another friday’s favorite for sure 🙂
YUM! I love my slow cooker especially during these colder days. Thanks so much for linking up to Simple Lives Thursday.
thanks for this recipe it sounds delicious and filling and I also think it is great because its meant for the crockpot
This is definitely a recipe I will try – I know my husband will love it too 🙂
That looks really yummy! I love using my slow cooker during these really busy days!
Your slow cooker steak sounds really good. I love slow cooker recipes and will try this one very soon. Thank you so much for sharing it.
Miz Helen
My husband and I were talking about the fact that our kids have never had Salsburry steak. I think this will be on our menu next time around!
My 4 year old LOVES this meal! He gobbles up his entire plate of food without any complaints! I always add an extra can of soup, too, to make more gravy. I hope your family loves it as much as we do!
Ooooh, what a yummy looking recipe. I like that you added the au jus mix (and the onion soup mix). I have never made this in the crockpot so thanks for giving me a new option, and thanks for linking up to Making Your Home Sing Monday!