Description
Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak Meatballs offer a comforting and easy-to-make meal featuring tender frozen meatballs simmered in a savory onion gravy. Perfectly cooked in a slow cooker, this dish delivers rich flavors with minimal effort, making it an ideal weeknight dinner served over mashed potatoes or egg noodles.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 bag (26 oz) (about 30–35 meatballs) frozen meatballs
- 2 cups reduced-sodium beef broth
- 1 packet brown gravy mix
- 1 packet onion soup mix
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons cold water
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prep the Slow Cooker: Spray the insert of the slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray to prevent the meatballs from sticking during cooking.
- Add the Meatballs: Place the frozen meatballs directly into the slow cooker insert in an even layer.
- Make the Sauce: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the beef broth, brown gravy mix, onion soup mix, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Combine and Cook: Pour the prepared sauce over the meatballs and gently stir to coat them evenly. Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on LOW for 5 to 6 hours, allowing flavors to meld and meatballs to become tender.
- Thicken the Gravy: In a small bowl, create a slurry by mixing 2 tablespoons of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water. Stir this slurry into the slow cooker and continue cooking for an additional 10 minutes or until the gravy thickens to your desired consistency.
- Serve: Serve the Salisbury steak meatballs hot over creamy mashed potatoes or egg noodles. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired for a splash of color and freshness.
Notes
- For best results, avoid lifting the slow cooker lid during cooking to maintain consistent heat.
- Use reduced-sodium beef broth to control the saltiness of the dish.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freeze leftovers in portions for up to 3 months; thaw overnight before reheating.
- This recipe pairs well with steamed green beans, roasted broccoli, or a crisp green salad for a balanced meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 4-5 meatballs with sauce)
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
Keywords: Salisbury steak, meatballs, slow cooker, easy dinner, comfort food, gravy, weeknight meal
