Description
Ready for the ultimate comfort food that’s quick, cozy, and weeknight-friendly? This Salisbury Steak with Mashed Potatoes and Mushroom Gravy is a classic American dinner that never goes out of style. Juicy seasoned beef patties are seared to golden perfection, then simmered in a rich mushroom and onion gravy. Served over a bed of creamy mashed potatoes, it’s a hearty dish perfect for easy dinner ideas, homestyle food lovers, or when you’re just craving a little nostalgia. Whether you’re meal prepping or looking for quick dinner recipes, this one delivers every time.
Ingredients
1 pound ground beef (80/20)
1/3 cup breadcrumbs
1 large egg
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon oil or butter (for searing)
2 tablespoons butter (for gravy)
1 medium yellow onion, sliced
8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups beef broth
3 cups mashed potatoes (prepared)
Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, mix together ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper just until combined.
2. Shape the mixture into 4 to 6 oval patties, about 1/2 inch thick.
3. Heat oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the patties for 3–4 minutes on each side until browned. Remove and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add butter, onions, and mushrooms. Cook until soft and golden, about 6–8 minutes.
5. Sprinkle flour over the mixture and stir to coat. Cook for 1–2 minutes to get rid of the raw flour taste.
6. Gradually pour in the beef broth, whisking constantly. Simmer until the gravy thickens, about 3–5 minutes.
7. Return the steaks to the skillet. Spoon some gravy over each one, cover, and let simmer for 10–15 minutes, until fully cooked.
8. Serve hot over mashed potatoes and garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
For extra juicy patties, avoid overmixing the beef mixture.
You can use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version — just add a splash of oil.
If your gravy is too thin, let it simmer uncovered a little longer or stir in a cornstarch slurry.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: <0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
Keywords: comfort food, easy dinner, quick recipe, salisbury steak, mushroom gravy, mashed potatoes