The Ultimate Effortless Viral Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak

This viral Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak recipe delivers tender, restaurant-quality beef patties in rich gravy with minimal effort. Perfect for busy weeknights, it transforms simple ingredients into a comfort food masterpiece.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 6

Total Time 6 15

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Dish

Cuisine: American, Comfort Food

Calories: 387

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

Beef Patties

2 pounds ground beef 80/20 blend
1/2 cup fine breadcrumbs or crushed saltines
1 large egg beaten
1 packet onion soup mix
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Homemade Salisbury Steak Gravy

2 cups beef broth low-sodium preferred
1 packet brown gravy mix
1 large yellow onion sliced thin
8 oz fresh mushrooms sliced
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water
1 tablespoon butter

Equipment

Slow Cooker (6-quart or larger)
Large Mixing Bowl
Small Mixing Bowl
Whisk
Measuring Spoons

Method

In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, onion soup mix, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and black pepper. Gently mix until just combined.
Form the mixture into 6-8 oval patties, about 3/4 inch thick, with a slight indent in the center.
Place sliced onions and mushrooms in the bottom of the slow cooker.
Arrange patties over the vegetable layer, ensuring they don't overlap.
Whisk together beef broth and brown gravy mix until smooth. Pour over the patties.
Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours, avoiding frequent lid lifting.
In the final 30 minutes, mix cornstarch with cold water to create a slurry and stir into the cooking liquid.
Stir in butter during the last 5 minutes for glossy gravy.

Notes

Gently mix patties to avoid toughness. Use a vegetable base to prevent sticking. Avoid frequent lid lifting to maintain cooking consistency. Store leftovers refrigerated for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months, reheating gently with a splash of broth.