Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak Meatballs
Tender, juicy meatballs swimming in a rich, savory gravy, slow-cooked to perfection. This ultimate comfort food is easy to prepare and perfect for busy days or cozy dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes (low) or 3 hours 15 minutes (high)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80% lean)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup onion, finely diced
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced (optional)
- 1 packet onion soup mix
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until well incorporated.
- Roll the mixture into small balls, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter (approximately 20-24 meatballs).
- Optional: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and brown the meatballs on all sides for added flavor.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, onion soup mix, and cornstarch until smooth.
- Add the mushrooms (if using) to the bottom of the slow cooker. Place the meatballs on top, then pour the gravy mixture evenly over them.
- Set the slow cooker to low and cook for 6-8 hours, or high for 3-4 hours, until the meatballs are tender and the gravy thickened.
- Stir gently to combine, then serve hot over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles.
Notes
Browning the meatballs adds extra flavor but can be skipped for a softer texture. Adjust the gravy thickness by adding more cornstarch mixed with cold water if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 22
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Protein: 20
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