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Homemade Salisbury steak made with ground chicken, covered in rich sauce, served with mashed potatoes and green beans on a white plate.

salisbury steak recipe with ground chicken

A juicy and flavorful Salisbury steak recipe with ground chicken, served with rich mushroom gravy. A lighter take on a classic comfort dish that’s quick, budget-friendly, and packed with taste.
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Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Chilling Time (optional): 10 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 5
Calories: 320kcal
Cost: 10$

Equipment

  • 1 Large heavy skillet (Prevents sticking and ensures even cooking)
  • 1 Wide spatula (Helps flip delicate patties without breaking)
  • 1 Box grater (For finely grating onion into patties)
  • 1 Mixing bowl (For combining patty ingredients)
  • 1 Measuring spoons & cups (Ensures precise ingredient ratios)
  • 1 Sharp knife (For slicing mushrooms and onions)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Ground chicken - Preferably thigh meat or mixed
  • ½ cup Panko breadcrumbs - Adds texture and moisture
  • 1 Egg - Helps bind ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce - Enhances umami flavor
  • ½ Onion - Grated for extra juiciness
  • 2 cloves Garlic - Minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning - Adds depth
  • ½ teaspoon Black pepper - Freshly ground
  • ½ teaspoon Salt - Adjust to taste

For the Gravy

  • 1 cup Mushrooms - Sliced
  • 1 cup Beef broth - Or chicken stock
  • ½ cup Heavy cream - Can substitute with half & half
  • ½ Onion - Sliced thinly
  • 1 tablespoon Butter - For sautéing
  • 1 tablespoon Flour - Thickens the gravy
  • 1 teaspoon Soy sauce - Adds depth
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard - Adds tangy balance
  • ½ teaspoon Fresh thyme - Or ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon Black pepper - Freshly ground

Instructions 

  • Mix ground chicken, egg, panko, grated onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and seasonings in a bowl.
  • Shape into 6 oval patties with a slight indent in the center. Chill for 10 minutes if possible.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear patties for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
  • Remove and keep warm.
  • In the same pan, melt butter and cook mushrooms and onions until soft and browned.
  • Sprinkle flour over mushrooms, stir, then gradually add broth, cream, soy sauce, and Dijon mustard. Simmer until thick.
  • Return patties to the pan, coat with gravy, and simmer for 2-3 minutes. Adjust seasoning if needed.
  • Garnish with fresh thyme and black pepper.
  • Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 200g | Calories: 320kcal (16%) | Carbohydrates: 12g (4%) | Protein: 26g (52%) | Fat: 19g (29%) | Saturated Fat: 7g (44%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 11mg (4%) | Sodium: 520mg (23%) | Potassium: 450mg (13%) | Fiber: 1g (4%) | Sugar: 2g (2%) | Vitamin A: 400IU (8%) | Vitamin C: 2mg (2%) | Calcium: 40mg (4%) | Iron: 2mg (11%)