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Cracker Barrel Hamburger Steak Recipe

Published: Mar 14, 2022 Last Updated: Mar 15, 2022 by Marye 1435 words. | About 8 minutes to read this article.

Copycat Cracker Barrel hamburger steak and onion gravy recipe is hearty comfort food that's easy to make - even on a busy weeknight! Seasoned hamburger steaks are seared in a skillet on top of the stove then simmered in a rich onion gravy until they are tender and juicy!
Total time 45 minutes
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I love serving hearty comfort food in a cast iron skillet. It just adds to the feeling of welcome home.

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  • ❤️ Why you'll love it
  • 🧾 Ingredients
  • 🔪 Instructions
  • 🥄 Equipment
  • 🥫 Storage
  • 📖 Variations
  • 💭 Tips
  • 👩‍🍳 FAQs
  • 📚 Related recipes
  • 🍽️ Serve with...
  • 📞 The last word
  • 📖 Recipe

❤️ Why you'll love it

  • This Cracker Barrel Hamburger Steak Recipe is an easy meal that's perfect for busy weeknights.
  • The best part? It's a perfect dupe for the popular Cracker Barrel Old Country Store dish, so you can enjoy all the flavor without leaving home!
  • Tender beef patties are slow simmered in a rich, brown gravy. It's pure comfort food!

I love copycat Cracker Barrel recipes. They fit right in with my idea of a hearty, old fashioned dinner. There aren't any fancy-pants ingredients, complex techniques, or long preparation times.

And that's a win in my book!

🧾 Ingredients

This is an overview of the ingredients. You'll find the full measurements and instructions in the green recipe card (printable) at the bottom of the page.

Labeled ingredients for this recipe.

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  • lean ground beef
  • eggs
  • worcestershire sauce
  • breadcrumbs
  • milk
  • seasoned salt
  • onion powder
  • garlic powder
  • onion
  • butter
  • all-purpose flour
  • beef broth

🔪 Instructions

This is an overview of the instructions. Full instructions are in the green recipe card at the bottom of the page.

Step by step images showing how to. make hamburger steak
  1. Mix the beef patty ingredients.
  2. Form into 6 patties about the side of your hand.
  3. Sear in a hot skillet.
  4. Flip and sear the other side then remove from the pan.
Step by step images showing how to make onion gravy.
  1. Add the onions to the skillet and saute until they begin to brown. Add the butter.
  2. When the butter is melted stir in the flour and whisk for 1 minute.
  3. Whisk in the beef stock and simmer until it thickens.
  4. Add the patties back to the gravy, cover, and simmer 20 minutes.

🥄 Equipment

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You'll need the following items to make this recipe successfully.

  • large bowl
  • large skillet
  • whisk

🥫 Storage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.

Reheat in a skillet over medium heat until warm or in the microwave for one to two minutes at a time.

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📖 Variations

  • Instead of topping this easy hamburger steak recipe with onion gravy, you can also top it with garlic butter that has a dash of soy sauce in it.
  • If you want a bit of crunch in your burger steak, try adding some chopped up bacon to the mixture.
  • For a little bit of heat, try adding some cayenne pepper to the beef mixture.
  • Add some sautéed mushrooms to the gravy for an extra umami flavor.
  • You can also add salt and black pepper to your ground beef mixture if you prefer.
  • Cooked bell pepper can give a delicious flavor to your gravy.
  • Add some shredded cheddar cheese to your ground beef mixture for a cheesy patty.

💭 Tips

Expert Tip: If your burger steak mixture is a little bit too wet, add in some more bread crumbs until it has a consistency that you're happy with.

  • The internal temperature should be 160 degrees Fahrenheit when you take them off the heat.
  • I used plain breadcrumbs but you can also use seasoned if that is what you have on hand.
  • Remember when you are browning your patties, that the goal is just to get them brown on both sides, you are not cooking them all the way through.
  • If you want to make this dish ahead of time, brown your patties but wait until you are ready to serve before making the gravy.

👩‍🍳 FAQs

What is a hamburger steak?

A hamburger steak is a patty that is usually made of ground beef, breadcrumbs, and eggs that are browned and then simmered in gravy.

What is the difference between Salisbury steak and hamburger steak?

The difference between Salisbury steak and hamburger steak is that Salisbury steak is usually made with ground beef, breadcrumbs, and onion while hamburger steak typically does not have onion inside it.

Is chopped steak the same as hamburger steak?

No, chopped steak is not the same as hamburger steak. Chopped steak is usually a tougher cut of meat that has been chopped up into small pieces. Hamburger steak is typically made with ground beef.

What type of ground beef should I use?

I like to use a lean ground beef, but you can any type of ground beef that you have on hand. I do find that fresh ground beef holds the patty shape best, instead of using previously frozen beef.

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📚 Related recipes

  • If you want a simple comfort food recipe that only requires 10 minutes of prep, then look no further than this Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak recipe.
  • This Buttermilk Cornbread is one of my favorite southern side dish recipes.
  • Chicken Fried Steak is a family favorite recipe that is full of southern comfort food flavor.
  • Classic Tomato Sandwich with Mayo
  • Slow Cooker Chicken & Dumplings with Biscuits
  • Southern Tuna Salad
  • Russian Chicken

🍽️ Serve with...

Serve this simple meal with any of the recipes below... or go all out and make ALL of them.

  • You can't have hamburger steak without creamy Homemade Mashed Potatoes, if you ask me.
  • Southern Style Green Beans are one of my favorite "must have" recipes when it comes to making country-style food.
  • Maple Roasted Carrots are a perfect sweet and healthy side dish for a hearty dinner.
  • Cloverleaf Rolls are one of my favorite recipes for homemade rolls. These buttermilk biscuits will work, too!
  • Double Chocolate Coca Cola Cake is a rich and moist cake that pairs perfectly with this delicious main dish.
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📞 The last word

Y'all, there's a special place in my heart for Cracker Barrel - not so much standing in line waiting on a table.

Their recipes are so similar to the comfort foods I grew up on that sometimes I just have to indulge. I hope you enjoy this one!

If you click on the number of servings in the recipe card you can adjust the measurements up or down for the exact number of servings you need. Don't forget that you can click on "add to collection" to save it to your own, private recipe box!

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Hamburger Steaks with Onion Gravy

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Copycat Cracker Barrel hamburger steak and onion gravy recipe is hearty comfort food that's easy to make - even on a busy weeknight! Seasoned hamburger steaks are seared in a skillet on top of the stove then simmered in a rich onion gravy until they are tender and juicy!
Course Main Dish - Beef
Cuisine American - Southern
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Resting Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings:6
Calories:369
Author:Marye Audet-White
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Equipment Needed

  • Iron Skillet

Ingredients

Hamburger Steaks

  • 2 pounds lean ground beef
  • 1 egg
  • ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
  • ⅓ cup breadcrumbs
  • ⅓ cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder

Onion Gravy

  • 1 onion, sliced
  • ¼ cup butter
  • ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups beef broth

Instructions

Hamburger Steaks

  • Place all ingredients into a bowl and mix well to combine. Mixing with your hands works best here.
  • Form mixture into 6 patties.
  • Spray a heavy skillet with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Brown each patty on a medium high heat setting for 3 mins per side.
  • Remove from the pan and set aside.

Onion Gravy

  • Add the onions to the same pan. Add a little extra oil if necessary.
  • Sauté until onions start to brown
  • Add butter and let it melt.
  • Once the butter melts, whisk in the flour until it’s no longer visible.
  • Cook, whisking constantly for 1 minute.
  • Whisk in the beef broth until no flour lumps remain.
  • Bring to a simmer, whisking until thickened.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning.
  • Add the beef patties back into the gravy.
  • Set heat to medium-low, cover, and allow it to simmer for 20-30 minutes or until patties are 160 in the center.
  • Remove from heat, cover, and let stand 5-10 minutes.
  • Serve with mashed potatoes and green beans.

Notes

Storage:
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.
Reheat in a skillet over medium heat until warm or in the microwave for one to two minutes at a time.
Tips:
Expert Tip: If your burger steak mixture is a little bit too wet, add in some more bread crumbs until it has a consistency that you're happy with.
  • The internal temperature should be 160 degrees Fahrenheit when you take them off the heat.
  • I used plain breadcrumbs but you can also use seasoned if that is what you have on hand.
  • Remember when you are browning your patties, that the goal is just to get them brown on both sides, you are not cooking them all the way through.
  • If you want to make this dish ahead of time, brown your patties but wait until you are ready to serve before making the gravy.
 

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 369kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 143mg | Sodium: 1056mg | Potassium: 752mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 307IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 72mg | Iron: 5mg

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