Description
Slow cooker Salisbury steak meatballs combine tender frozen meatballs with a rich, savory onion gravy, cooked low and slow for a comforting and easy weeknight meal. Perfectly paired with creamy mashed potatoes or egg noodles, this hassle-free slow cooker dish brings classic comfort food flavors to your table with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 bag (26 oz) (about 30–35 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 sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Add the Meatballs: Place the frozen meatballs directly into the slow cooker insert in a single layer.
- Make the Sauce: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the beef broth, brown gravy mix, onion soup mix, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth and fully combined.
- Combine and Cook: Pour the sauce mixture over the meatballs and gently stir to coat all the meatballs evenly with the gravy. Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on LOW for 5 to 6 hours until meatballs are heated through and flavors meld.
- Thicken the Gravy: Mix 2 tablespoons of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water in a small bowl to make a slurry. Stir the slurry into the slow cooker and cook uncovered for an additional 10 minutes until the gravy thickens to your liking.
- Serve: Serve the Salisbury steak meatballs hot over creamy mashed potatoes or egg noodles. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired for a pop of color and freshness.
Notes
- For best results, use reduced-sodium beef broth to control saltiness.
- You can substitute homemade gravy and onion soup mixes if preferred.
- Meatballs can be cooked from frozen—no need to thaw.
- Leftovers store well in airtight containers in the refrigerator up to 4 days or freeze up to 3 months.
- Reheat gently on the stove or microwave, adding a splash of beef broth if gravy thickens too much.
- Pair with steamed green beans, roasted broccoli, or a crisp green salad to balance the hearty meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 5-6 meatballs with gravy)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
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