Crockpot Salisbury Steak Recipe | The Recipe Critic

Make dinnertime easy with this Crockpot Salisbury Steak recipe! Juicy beef patties slow cooked to tender perfection in an onion and mushroom gravy. This is a no-fuss dinner that is so hearty and delicious!

Using a Crockpot is the best way to enjoy a hearty meal with little to no prep! Try this Crockpot chicken and gravy, bourbon chicken, or beef bourguignon next! You can also check out my full list of slow cooker recipes for more easy dinner inspiration.

Salisbury Steak in the Crockpot

Dinnertime is a breeze with this Crockpot Salisbury steak! Everyone will love this tried and true recipe. It’s so hearty and delicious! You’ve got tender beef patties slow cooked in a mouthwatering onion and mushroom gravy. SO good over some mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or white rice!

Just give your ground beef patties a quick sear, then throw everything in your slow cooker and let it slow cook on high for 3 hours, or low for 3. Home-cooked, hearty goodness with minimal prep! If you love this recipe, you’ll also have to try this skillet Salisbury Steak! It’s one of my favorites.

Ingredients You’ll Need

I love this recipe for Crockpot Salisbury Steak because it uses so many simple sauces and seasonings (even though it tastes like a million bucks!) I’m sure you’ll have a lot of these ingredients on hand already. Check out the recipe card for exact measurements.

• Ground Beef: The heart of the dish, lean ground beef is ideal. You could also use ground turkey for an even leaner version of this Salisbury Steak recipe!
• Bread Crumbs: Bulk up and add texture to the meatballs.
• Ketchup: Sweetens and moistens the meatball mixture.
• Worcestershire Sauce: Deepens flavor with all that savory goodness!
• Mustard Powder: Adds a kick of flavor to the meat patties.
• Egg: Binds everything together.
• Salt & Pepper: Season to your preference!
• Butter: For browning the patties in before slow cooking.
• Mushrooms: Add earthy flavor and a wonderful meaty texture.
• Large Onion: Adds sweetness and texture to the gravy.
• Beef Broth: The base of the flavorful gravy. You could also use mushroom or vegetable broth if you prefer.
• Cornstarch: So the gravy can thicken to perfection.
• Water: Thins the cornstarch slurry for smooth mixing.

• Fresh Chopped Parsley (optional): A vibrant garnish that also adds a boost of flavor to the Crockpot Salisbury Steak.
• Mashed Potatoes (for serving): The perfect accompaniment to soak up the delicious gravy. If you’re looking for something easy, try these Instant Pot mashed potatoes!

How to Make Salisbury Steaks in a Crockpot

1. Add Vegetables to Pot: Place the sliced mushrooms & onions in the bottom of the crock pot.
2. Beef Mixture: In a medium-sized mixing bowl add the ground beef, bread crumbs, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, ground mustard, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix with your hands until combined. Then shape into 4 oval patties.
3. Sear: Heat the butter in a medium-sized skillet over medium-high heat. Add the patties and then cook for 3 minutes on each side. They don’t need to be cooked all the way through, just browned. 
4. Layer: Layer the patties over the mushrooms and onions so they infuse the meat with flavor.
5. Gravy Mixture: In a medium bowl, add the beef broth, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce and then whisk to combine. Pour over the beef patties.
6. Slow Cook: Cook on high for 3 hours, or low for 5 hours.
7. Thicken Gravy: Remove the patties from the crockpot and then set aside. In a small bowl add the cornstarch and water creating a slurry. Then stir into the broth and let cook a few minutes until thickened. Add the beef patties back to the crock pot and gently toss to coat the patties in the sauce.
8. Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve over mashed potatoes.

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