4-Ingredient Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak
If you love classic comfort food, this slow cooker Salisbury steak delivers big, old-school diner flavor with almost no effort. Made with just 4 simple ingredients, these tender ground beef patties simmer all day in rich mushroom gravy, creating a cozy, family-friendly dinner that tastes like it took hours of hands-on cooking—when really, your crockpot did all the work.
This easy crockpot Salisbury steak recipe is perfect for busy weekdays, meal prep, or anytime you want a budget-friendly slow cooker dinner that fills the house with mouthwatering smells and brings everyone running to the table.
Why You’ll Love This Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak:
Only 4 ingredients simple pantry staples
Hands-off cooking perfect for busy days
Budget-friendly made with affordable ground beef
Classic comfort food rich gravy and tender patties
Family-approved picky-eater friendly
Great for meal prep reheats beautifully
Serve it over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice for a hearty, satisfying meal that feels nostalgic and comforting.
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
1½ pounds ground beef, shaped into 4–6 patties
1 (10.5-ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 (1-ounce) packet brown gravy mix
½ cup water
(Salt and pepper optional)
Directions:
Shape the ground beef into 4–6 oval patties, pressing slightly thinner in the center so they cook evenly. Season lightly with salt and pepper if desired.
In a bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup, brown gravy mix, and water until smooth.
Lightly spray the slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray. Spoon a small amount of gravy into the bottom.
Arrange the beef patties in a single layer (overlapping slightly is fine). Pour the remaining gravy evenly over the patties.
Cover and cook on LOW for 5–6 hours or HIGH for 2½–3 hours, until the patties are tender and fully cooked.
Taste the gravy and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot with plenty of gravy spooned over each patty.
Serving Ideas:
Creamy mashed potatoes
Buttered egg noodles
Steamed rice
Green beans, corn, or a crisp side salad
Dinner rolls or crusty bread to soak up the gravy
Tips & Easy Variations:
No mushroom fans? Swap cream of mushroom for cream of chicken or cream of onion.
Love onions? Add sliced onions on top of the patties before cooking (optional extra ingredient).
Kid-friendly twist: Make smaller patties for individual “mini steaks.”
Lighter option: Use lean ground beef or a beef–turkey blend.
Stretch the meal: Serve over extra potatoes or noodles for feeding a crowd.
This slow cooker Salisbury steak with gravy is the kind of easy comfort food dinner you’ll come back to again and again simple, satisfying, and full of cozy, homemade flavor.
