Why You’ll Love This Recipe
I Enjoy This Recipe Because It Combines The Nostalgic Taste Of Classic Salisbury Steak With The Convenience Of Slow Cooking. The Garlic And Herbs Add A Delicious Twist That Makes The Gravy Extra Special. I Like Serving It Over Mashed Potatoes With A Side Of Steamed Vegetables, And There’s Always Plenty Of Gravy To Spoon Over Everything.
Ingredients
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1 ½ Pounds Lean Ground Beef
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½ Cup Italian Seasoned Bread Crumbs
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¼ Cup Milk
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1 Packet Dry Onion Soup Mix
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2 Cloves Garlic, Minced
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¼ Cup All-Purpose Flour
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2 Tablespoons Vegetable Oil
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1 Can (10.5 Ounces) Cream Of Chicken Soup
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1 Packet Dry Au Jus Mix
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1 Cup Water
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1 Teaspoon Dried Thyme
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1 Teaspoon Dried Rosemary
Directions
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I Combine The Ground Beef, Bread Crumbs, Milk, Onion Soup Mix, And Garlic In A Large Bowl. I Mix Until Everything Is Evenly Combined, Then Shape The Mixture Into 6 Patties.
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I Dredge Each Patty In Flour And Shake Off The Excess.
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In A Skillet, I Heat Vegetable Oil Over Medium Heat And Brown The Patties For 3–4 Minutes Per Side.
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I Place The Browned Patties In The Bottom Of My Slow Cooker.
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In A Separate Bowl, I Stir Together The Cream Of Chicken Soup, Au Jus Mix, Water, Thyme, And Rosemary.
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I Pour The Mixture Over The Patties In The Slow Cooker.
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I Cover And Cook On Low For 4–5 Hours Until The Patties Are Tender And Fully Cooked.
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I Serve The Steaks Hot, Spooned With Plenty Of Garlic Herb Gravy.
Servings And Timing
This Recipe Makes About 6 Servings. It Takes Around 15 Minutes To Prep, Plus 4–5 Hours Of Slow Cooking Time.
Variations
I Sometimes Use Ground Turkey Instead Of Beef For A Lighter Version. If I Want More Flavor, I Add Sliced Mushrooms To The Slow Cooker Along With The Patties. A Pinch Of Red Pepper Flakes Gives The Gravy A Gentle Kick. For A Gluten-Free Version, I Swap In Gluten-Free Bread Crumbs And Flour.
Storage/Reheating
If I Have Leftovers, I Store Them In An Airtight Container In The Refrigerator For Up To 3 Days. To Reheat, I Warm Them Gently In A Skillet With A Splash Of Water Or In The Microwave. This Recipe Also Freezes Well For Up To 2 Months—I Just Thaw Overnight In The Fridge Before Reheating.
FAQs
Can I Skip Browning The Patties First?
I Prefer To Brown Them Because It Adds Flavor And Helps The Patties Hold Together, But It’s Optional If I’m Short On Time.
Can I Use Fresh Herbs Instead Of Dried?
Yes, I Sometimes Use Fresh Thyme And Rosemary, Doubling The Amount For A Brighter Flavor.
What’s The Best Side Dish For This Recipe?
I Usually Serve It With Mashed Potatoes, Steamed Green Beans, Or Buttered Noodles.
Can I Make This Recipe Gluten-Free?
Yes, I Use Gluten-Free Bread Crumbs And Flour Without Any Trouble.
How Do I Thicken The Gravy If It’s Too Thin?
I Mix A Little Cornstarch With Water And Stir It Into The Gravy Toward The End Of Cooking.
Conclusion
I Love Making Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak With Garlic Herb Gravy Because It’s Warm, Comforting, And So Simple To Prepare. The Tender Beef Patties And Rich Gravy Always Feel Like A Special Meal, Even Though The Slow Cooker Makes It Practically Effortless. It’s A True Family Favorite That Always Disappears Fast.
PrintSlow Cooker Salisbury Steak With Garlic Herb Gravy
A cozy and comforting family dinner recipe made in the slow cooker with juicy beef patties and flavorful garlic herb gravy. Perfect with mashed potatoes and veggies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4–5 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes – 5 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Dish, Comfort Food
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
1 ½ pounds lean ground beef
½ cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
¼ cup milk
1 packet dry onion soup mix
2 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of chicken soup
1 packet dry au jus mix
1 cup water
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, bread crumbs, milk, onion soup mix, and garlic. Mix until evenly blended. Shape into 6 patties.
Dredge patties in flour, shaking off excess.
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Brown patties 3–4 minutes per side.
Place browned patties in the bottom of a slow cooker.
In a separate bowl, whisk together cream of chicken soup, au jus mix, water, thyme, and rosemary.
Pour gravy mixture over patties in slow cooker.
Cover and cook on Low for 4–5 hours, until patties are tender and cooked through.
Serve hot with plenty of garlic herb gravy spooned over top.
Notes
Swap in ground turkey for a lighter version.
Add sliced mushrooms for extra flavor.
For spice, stir in red pepper flakes.
Use gluten-free bread crumbs and flour for a gluten-free variation.
If gravy is too thin, mix 1 tbsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp water and stir in before serving.