Description

Tender, juicy, and bathed in a rich mushroom-onion gravy — Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak is the kind of comforting, soul-satisfying meal that makes any day better. With minimal prep and the magic of slow cooking, this easy recipe transforms simple ingredients into a hearty family dinner that’s full of flavor. It’s perfect for a quick weeknight meal, weekend comfort food, or anytime you need cozy dinner ideas.

This dish features seared ground beef patties slow-cooked in a savory brown gravy, served over creamy mashed potatoes, fluffy egg noodles, or even steamed rice. It’s one of those easy dinner recipes that feels like a warm hug — rich, nostalgic, and deeply satisfying. If you’re searching for food ideas that are both budget-friendly and impressive, this one’s a winner!

Ingredients

1 ½ pounds ground beef

½ cup breadcrumbs

1 large egg

1 tablespoon ketchup

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

½ teaspoon garlic powder

½ teaspoon onion powder

Salt and black pepper to taste

2 tablespoons olive oil (for browning)

1 cup beef broth

1 tablespoon cornstarch

1 tablespoon water (for slurry)

1 small onion, thinly sliced

1 cup sliced mushrooms

1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)

Fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
Shape into 4–6 oval patties.
Heat olive oil in a skillet and brown patties for 2–3 minutes on each side.
Place sliced onions and mushrooms in the bottom of the slow cooker.
Lay browned patties over the vegetables.
Whisk together beef broth, cornstarch slurry, and optional Dijon mustard, then pour over patties.
Cover and cook on LOW for 5–6 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours.
Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: –6 hours on LOW or 3–4 hours on HIGH
Category: Dinner