Salisbury Steak Recipe with Ground Chicken
A healthier take on a classic comfort food, this Salisbury steak recipe with ground chicken is juicy, flavorful, and smothered in a rich, savory gravy.
Equipment
- Large Skillet For cooking the patties and gravy
- Mixing bowl To combine ingredients for the patties
- Spatula For flipping patties
- Whisk To mix the gravy smoothly
Ingredients
For the Chicken Patties:
- 1 lb ground chicken
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- ¼ cup onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil for cooking
For the Gravy:
- 1 tbsp butter
- ½ cup onion finely chopped
- 1 cup mushrooms sliced
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef or chicken broth
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Patties: Mix ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Form into 4 oval patties.
- Cook the Patties: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook patties for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Set aside.
- Make the Gravy: In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté onions and mushrooms. Stir in flour, then gradually add broth. Mix in Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, and thyme. Simmer until thickened.
- Combine & Serve: Return patties to skillet, coat with gravy, and simmer for 2-3 minutes. Serve hot with mashed potatoes or vegetables.
Notes
- Substitute breadcrumbs with almond flour for a low-carb version.
- Use ground turkey instead of chicken if preferred.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.