Easy Amish Hamburger Steak Bake with Cheddar Cheese

Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, this Easy Amish Hamburger Steak Bake with Cheddar Cheese is the ultimate comfort food. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the secret to a perfect bake every time. The crispy, golden crust gives way to a tender, flavorful steak, all smothered in a rich, creamy sauce and topped with melty cheddar. Keep reading for my best tips, or jump straight to the recipe card. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Crispy Greek Lemon Potatoes and Crispy Thai Fried Chicken Sandwiches.

What You'll Need for Easy Amish Hamburger Steak Bake with Cheddar Cheese

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 1 egg
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• Optional: Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• Optional: Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

How to Make Easy Amish Hamburger Steak Bake with Cheddar Cheese

1. Prepare the steak: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, Panko, egg, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, thyme, oregano, and garlic powder. Mix well and form into 4 equal-sized patties.
2. Brown the steak: Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the steaks and cook until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove from heat and set aside.
3. Prepare the sauce: In the same skillet, add beef broth, cream of mushroom soup, and sour cream. Stir until well combined and smooth.
4. Bake the steak: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the steaks back into the skillet, spoon the sauce over the top, and sprinkle with cheddar cheese. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the steak is cooked through.
5. Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Serve hot and enjoy!

Storing & Reheating Easy Amish Hamburger Steak Bake with Cheddar Cheese

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: You can assemble the steak and sauce in the skillet up to a day ahead. Just store it in the fridge until ready to bake.

Freezing Easy Amish Hamburger Steak Bake with Cheddar Cheese

Freeze cooked steaks for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, or until heated through. The texture may be slightly different.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: Using a cast iron skillet for both stovetop and oven cooking gives the best results.
• Best substitution: If you don't have Panko, you can use regular breadcrumbs or even oats for the steak mixture.
• Make-ahead: You can assemble the steak and sauce in the skillet up to a day ahead. Just store it in the fridge until ready to bake.
• Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If your sauce is too thick, thin it out with a little more beef broth. If it's too thin, simmer it on the stovetop until it thickens.

Easy Amish Hamburger Steak Bake with Cheddar Cheese

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Prep

15 mins

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Cook

25 mins

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Total

40 mins

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Serves

4 servings

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Diet

Gluten-free

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 1 egg
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Seasonings

• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder

Optional Toppings

• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare the steak: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, Panko, egg, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, thyme, oregano, and garlic powder. Mix well and form into 4 equal-sized patties.
2. Brown the steak: Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the steaks and cook until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove from heat and set aside.
3. Prepare the sauce: In the same skillet, add beef broth, cream of mushroom soup, and sour cream. Stir until well combined and smooth.
4. Bake the steak: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the steaks back into the skillet, spoon the sauce over the top, and sprinkle with cheddar cheese. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the steak is cooked through.
5. Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

• Chef tip: Using a cast iron skillet for both stovetop and oven cooking gives the best results.
• Best substitution: If you don't have Panko, you can use regular breadcrumbs or even oats for the steak mixture.
• Make-ahead: You can assemble the steak and sauce in the skillet up to a day ahead. Just store it in the fridge until ready to bake.
• Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If your sauce is too thick, thin it out with a little more beef broth. If it's too thin, simmer it on the stovetop until it thickens.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Freeze cooked steaks for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, or until heated through. The texture may be slightly different.
• Make ahead: You can assemble the steak and sauce in the skillet up to a day ahead. Just store it in the fridge until ready to bake.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 580
• Protein: 36g
• Fat: 38g
• Carbs: 20g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 4g
• Sodium: 900mg
• Cholesterol: 140mg
• Sat. Fat: 18g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Easy Amish Hamburger Steak Bake with Cheddar Cheese and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!