This easy Salisbury Steak Recipe is ready in just 30 minutes! It has juicy and tender beef patties smothered in the most delicious homemade mushroom gravy. It’s so incredible over Creamy Mashed Potatoes that even picky eaters will approve of this one-pan dish.

Salisbury steak dinner with mashed potatoes, asparagus and mushrooms

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What is Salisbury Steak?

Salisbury steak originated in the United States and is a popular dish made with seasoned ground beef patties smothered in gravy with mushrooms (often accompanied by caramelized onions). It got its name from an American physician, Dr. J. H. Salisbury. He encouraged a meat-centered diet and so this dish was named in his honor.

We love ground beef recipes like our popular Meatloaf or this easy Stovetop Beef Chili. If you have some ground beef and don’t know what to do with it, this Salisbury Steak is a must-try, because homemade Salisbury Steak is perfect for busy weeknights:

  • Comes together quickly
  • Inexpensive to make
  • Uses pantry staples,
  • Flavor-packed!
Salisbury steaks in gravy with spoons

How to Make Salisbury Steak

  • Beef Patties: In a large bowl, combine beef patty ingredients and then shape into 4 oval or round patties flattening the center for even thickness. Saute in a skillet until golden brown on both sides, remove from the skillet and set aside. (NOTE: You will want to use lean beef, and 90% works best.)
  • Mushrooms: Sauté ½ the onion in the same skillet just until tender, then stir in garlic and butter. Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté until browned, mixing frequently. Lightly season with salt and pepper.
  • Gravy: In a bowl, whisk together the remaining ingredients for the gravy and add to the skillet with the mushrooms. Cook over medium heat until gravy thickens. Return the patties to the pan, cover with mushroom gravy, and cook just until patties are heated through.

Tips for the Best Salisbury Steak

This easy Salisbury Steak recipe is simple to make and a family favorite, so here are some tips to ensure you have the juiciest patties and savory gravy.

  • Avoid Overmixing – Work the beef just until its well combined. Too much mixing can make the patties tough.
  • Form Equal-sized Patties – keep them an even thickness for even cooking
  • Create a Rich Gravy – make the sauce in the same skillet to utilize the tasty pan drippings from cooking the patties
  • Searing the Patties – Allow the skillet to get hot before placing the patties inside to give them a great sear and seal in the juices.

Can I Substitute Ground Beef?

Salisbury Steak is classically made with ground beef, but this recipe is versatile. You can substitute ground meats that you have on hand. Try ground turkey for a Turkey Salisbury Steak or even a combination of meats such as ground beef and ground chicken.

Salisbury Steaks in gravy with mushrooms in a white pan

What to Serve with Salisbury Steak

Though you can serve the beef patties in gravy over steamy rice or even egg noodles, the most classic side dish is mashed potatoes (our Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes make dinner faster). You can add a vegetable to the side and any of these will work great:

Make-Ahead

This Salisbury Steak recipe is a great mid-week meal because it cooks quickly. If you make the patties ahead of time, it’s even faster to serve to a crowd. Leftovers also keep really well; just cool them to room temperature and store them.

  • Prep the Patties Ahead: You can form the patties and store them covered in the refrigerator up to a day ahead.
  • Refrigerate Leftovers: Once cooled, store in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
  • Freezing: Transfer to a freezer-safe container or bag, remove excess air, and freeze for up to 3 months.
  • To Reheat: Thaw overnight in the refrigerator, and then transfer to an oven-safe pan or dish, cover with foil, and bake in a preheated oven at 350° for 20-30 minutes (depending on thickness) or until heated through.
easy Salisbury steak recipe with mashed potatoes, asparagus and mushroom gravy

With this traditional Salisbury Steak recipe, you are in for a treat. If you have picky eaters who don’t like mushrooms, just serve their patties without them. To the children, it’s like enjoying a juicy hamburger in gravy, and they love it!

More Easy Dinner Recipes

Once you try this Salisbury Steak recipe, try these other quick and easy dinner recipes your family will enjoy any night of the week.

Salisbury Steak with Mushroom Gravy

4.93 from 230 votes
Salisbury steak with mushroom gravy served over mashed potatoes with asparagus
Easy Salisbury Steak Recipe ready in 30 minutes! Tender, juicy beef patties smothered in mushroom gravy. Serve Salisbury Steak over creamy mashed potatoes.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients 

Servings: 4 servings

For the Salisbury Steak:

For the Mushroom Gravy:

Instructions

  • In a bowl combine all of the ingredients for the beef patties (except the oil). Mix until well incorporated and shape into 4 oval or round patties flattening the center for even thickness throughout.
  • Heat 1 Tbsp oil in a non-stick pan, once hot, add patties to the skillet and cook until patties are golden brown on both sides and fully cooked. Remove the patties from the skillet and cover to keep warm.
  • Sauté ½ onion (you can also slice onion into thin slices, whatever your personal preference is) in the same skillet. Once the onion starts to become tender, add the garlic and butter and mix.
  • Add the mushrooms and sauté until browned, mixing frequently. Lightly season with salt and pepper.
  • In a bowl, whisk together all of the remaining gravy ingredients: 2 Tbsp flour, 1 1/2 cups broth, 1/2 cup water, 1/2 tsp Worcestershire, 1/2 tsp dijon, 2 tsp ketchup, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp pepper. Pour into the mushrooms and cook until the gravy thickens.
  • Add the patties back to the pan and completely cover with the gravy and mushrooms and cook just until patties are heated through.

Nutrition Per Serving

324kcal Calories16g Carbs31g Protein15g Fat6g Saturated Fat120mg Cholesterol1164mg Sodium932mg Potassium2g Fiber4g Sugar196IU Vitamin A3mg Vitamin C59mg Calcium4mg Iron
Nutrition Facts
Salisbury Steak with Mushroom Gravy
Amount per Serving
Calories
324
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
15
g
23
%
Saturated Fat
 
6
g
38
%
Cholesterol
 
120
mg
40
%
Sodium
 
1164
mg
51
%
Potassium
 
932
mg
27
%
Carbohydrates
 
16
g
5
%
Fiber
 
2
g
8
%
Sugar
 
4
g
4
%
Protein
 
31
g
62
%
Vitamin A
 
196
IU
4
%
Vitamin C
 
3
mg
4
%
Calcium
 
59
mg
6
%
Iron
 
4
mg
22
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: salisbury steak, salisbury steak recipe
Skill Level: Easy/Medium
Cost to Make: $$
Calories: 324
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4.93 from 230 votes (101 ratings without comment)

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Comments

  • Justin
    May 19, 2025

    Tastes good. But consistent is way too and it is easy to break the steaks. Even with prep takes more than 30 mins

    Reply

    • Natasha
      May 20, 2025

      Hi Justin, a few things that might help with troubleshooting and improving your results. Sometimes if the meat is not fully thawed, it doesn’t hold together very well. Also, if the patties feel too soft, you can try adding more breadcrumbs or form the patties and then show them for 15 to 30 minutes before cooking. Lastly, make sure you’re using your good nonstick skillet and make sure that your skillet is preheated before adding the patties which will help form the sear and keep them together better.

      Reply

  • Jennifer
    May 6, 2025

    Getting ready to make this for the second time. I have to double the recipe because my 18yr old son can eat his weight in Salisbury steak. I grew up only having Salisbury steak from frozen dinners or school lunch which both were barely edible. This recipe is fantastic!!!

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      May 6, 2025

      I’m so happy you tried and loved this recipe, Jennifer! Thank you so much for sharing that with me.

      Reply

  • Roberta
    May 5, 2025

    Made this tonight. It was terrific!Definitely a keeper .

    Reply

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