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Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak

This Salisbury steak recipe comes together quickly and does not need a lot of time in the slow cooker. It's a delicious way to add flavor to ground beef and the children love it! The gravy is delightful served over mashed potatoes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Course lunch/dinner
Cuisine british
Servings 8 people
Calories 2801.6 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Large Mixing Bowl For combining patty ingredients.
  • 1 Large Skillet For browning the Salisbury steak patties.
  • 1 Slow Cooker Essential for the long, slow cooking process.
  • 1 Medium Mixing Bowl For preparing the gravy mixture.
  • 1 Spatula or Tongs For handling and turning patties during browning.

Ingredients
  

Main

  • 2 pounds lean ground beef
  • ½ cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 1 1 ounce envelope dry onion soup mix
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 10.5 ounce cans condensed cream of chicken soup
  • ¾ cup water
  • 1 1 ounce packet dry au jus mix

Instructions
 

  • Combine ground beef, bread crumbs, milk, and onion soup mix together in a large bowl until well combined; shape into 8 patties. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Dredge patties in flour just to coat, and quickly brown on both sides in the hot skillet. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
  • Place browned patties into the slow cooker stacking alternately like a pyramid. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
  • Mix condensed soup, water, and au jus mix together in a medium bowl; pour over the beef patties. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
  • Cook on Low until ground beef is well done, about 4 to 5 hours. DOTDASH MEREDITH FOOD STUDIOS 

Notes

For superior flavor, ensure patties are well-browned to develop a rich crust before slow cooking; this crucial Maillard reaction adds depth. Avoid overworking the ground beef mixture when forming patties, as this can lead to a tough texture. To elevate the gravy, consider deglazing the browning skillet with a splash of beef broth or red wine after removing the patties, then incorporating these flavorful pan drippings into your sauce for added complexity. While convenient, the use of fresh aromatics like finely diced onions or mushrooms sautéed with the patties can introduce a more sophisticated profile. Serve with creamy mashed potatoes or wide egg noodles to fully appreciate the savory gravy.