Description
This Delicious Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak Meatballs recipe offers a comforting and hearty meal with tender meatballs simmered in a rich, savory gravy. Perfect for a hands-off dinner, these meatballs are cooked slowly to absorb maximum flavor, served best over egg noodles or mashed potatoes.
Ingredients
Meatballs
- 1 bag (26 oz) frozen meatballs (about 30-35 meatballs)
Gravy and Sauce
- 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
Instructions
- Prepare Slow Cooker: Spray the insert of the slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Add Meatballs: Place the frozen meatballs directly into the slow cooker, evenly distributing them for consistent cooking.
- Mix Sauce: In a mixing bowl, whisk together beef broth, brown gravy mix, onion soup mix, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth and well combined. Pour this mixture evenly over the meatballs, then gently stir to coat the meatballs with the sauce.
- Cook Meatballs: Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on LOW heat for 5 to 6 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and meatballs to become tender.
- Thicken Gravy: After cooking, combine cornstarch and cold water in a small bowl to create a slurry. Stir this mixture into the slow cooker and continue cooking on LOW for an additional 10 minutes or until the gravy thickens to your desired consistency.
- Serve: Spoon the Salisbury steak meatballs and thickened gravy over prepared egg noodles or mashed potatoes. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and enjoy hot.
Notes
- Use reduced-sodium beef broth to control salt levels.
- If a thicker gravy is preferred, you can adjust the amount of cornstarch accordingly.
- This recipe works well as a make-ahead meal; assemble ingredients in the slow cooker insert the night before and refrigerate.
- For extra flavor, garnish with fresh parsley or chives before serving.