SALISBURY STEAK WITH ONION GRAVY

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Combining ground beef with cream of mushroom soup is practically a shortcut to making a phenomenal, rich Salisbury Steak with Onion and Mushroom Gravy!

Instead of standard meatloaf, shaping seasoned ground beef into savory patties and simmering them directly in a rich, creamy onion gravy creates an ultimate comfort food classic.

Easy Salisbury Steak with Mushroom & Onion Gravy

  • Prep time: 15 minutes
  • Cook time: 25 minutes
  • Servings: 4

Ingredients

For the Beef Patties:
  • 1.5 lbs ground beef (80/20 or ground chuck works best for juiciness)
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (or panko)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Onion & Mushroom Gravy:
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 large yellow onion, sliced into thin strips
  • 8 oz mushrooms, sliced (optional, but pairs wonderfully)
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 tbsp butter and 1 tbsp olive oil (for searing)
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • Optional thickener: 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp cold water if you want an extra-thick gravy.

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Form the Patties: In a large bowl, gently combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Shape the mixture into 4 or 5 oval-shaped patties (roughly the size of a chicken breast, about 1/2-inch thick).
  2. Sear the Steaks: Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the patties and sear for about 3 to 4 minutes per side until a nice golden-brown crust forms. (They don’t need to be fully cooked through yet). Remove the patties to a plate.
  3. Sauté the Onions and Mushrooms: In the same skillet with the leftover beef drippings, add your sliced onions and mushrooms. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are soft, caramelized, and translucent.
  4. Build the Gravy: Pour in the beef broth, cream of mushroom soup, and remaining Worcestershire sauce, scraping up any delicious browned bits stuck to the bottom of the pan. Whisk everything together until smooth.
  5. Simmer Together: Nestle the seared beef patties back into the simmering gravy. Spoon the rich onion and mushroom sauce generously over the top of each steak. Cover the skillet with a lid, reduce heat to low, and let it simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, allowing the patties to finish cooking through and absorb all those savory flavors.
  6. Serve: Serve hot, smothered in the rich onion gravy alongside creamy mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or steamed green beans.
Do you prefer your Salisbury steak gravy packed with sliced mushrooms and onions, or kept smooth and simple?

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