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Slow Cooker Herb-Infused Salisbury Steak with Mushroom Gravy

This comforting slow cooker Salisbury steak is infused with herbs and smothered in a rich mushroom gravy. Perfect for busy days when you want a hearty, homemade meal with minimal fuss. Serve it over mashed potatoes or noodles for the ultimate cozy dinner.

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Course Comfort Food, Main Dish, Slow Cooker
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 442 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef 80/20 or leaner
  • 1 egg for binding
  • 1/4 cup minced onion sweet or yellow
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs panko or plain
  • 2 cloves garlic crushed
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for browning
  • 1 large onion sliced
  • 8 ounces mushrooms sliced, cremini preferred
  • 2 cups beef broth low sodium if desired
  • 1 packet brown gravy mix
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with water
  • 2 tablespoons water to mix with cornstarch

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, combine ground beef, egg, minced onion, breadcrumbs, garlic, salt, pepper, thyme, and rosemary. Mix well by hand.
  • Shape the mixture into 4 patties. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and brown patties for 3–4 minutes per side.
  • Layer sliced onions and mushrooms in the bottom of the slow cooker.
  • Place browned patties on top of the onion and mushroom layer.
  • In a bowl, whisk together beef broth, brown gravy mix, ketchup, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. Pour over patties.
  • Cover and cook on low for 5–6 hours.
  • Remove patties carefully. Stir cornstarch and water together, then stir into the gravy. Cook on high for a few minutes until thickened. Return patties to coat.
  • Serve hot over mashed potatoes or noodles. Enjoy!

Notes

For extra richness, add a splash of red wine to the gravy before cooking. If you like a bit more herbiness, toss in a sprig of fresh thyme too.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 442kcalCarbohydrates: 21.8gProtein: 22.5gFat: 27.8gSaturated Fat: 9.9gTrans Fat: 0.8gCholesterol: 122mgSodium: 1300mgFiber: 1.3gSugar: 3.3g
Keyword easy dinner, herb-infused, mushroom gravy, Salisbury steak, slow cooker