Description
This Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak Meatballs recipe offers a convenient and delicious way to enjoy classic comfort food with minimal effort. Frozen meatballs simmer slowly in a rich, flavorful gravy made from beef broth, brown gravy mix, and onion soup mix, enhanced with ketchup and Worcestershire sauce. Perfect for a hearty family meal, served over mashed potatoes or egg noodles.
Ingredients
Meatballs
- 1 bag frozen meatballs (26 oz)
Gravy Sauce
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 packet brown gravy mix
- 1 packet onion soup mix
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
Thickening Slurry
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp cold water
Instructions
- Prepare slow cooker: Spray the inside of the slow cooker insert with non-stick cooking spray to prevent the meatballs from sticking during cooking.
- Add meatballs: Dump the frozen meatballs directly into the slow cooker insert in an even layer.
- Make gravy: In a small bowl, combine beef broth, brown gravy mix, onion soup mix, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir well to create the flavorful gravy mixture.
- Pour and coat: Pour the prepared gravy evenly over the meatballs, stirring gently to ensure all meatballs are coated with sauce.
- Slow cook: Cover the slow cooker with the lid, and cook the meatballs on low heat for 6 hours until tender and infused with the gravy flavors.
- Stir occasionally: During cooking, stir the meatballs every so often to keep them coated and prevent sticking.
- Prepare slurry: When cooking is complete, combine cornstarch and cold water in a small bowl, stirring until smooth to form a thickening slurry.
- Thicken gravy: Pour the cornstarch slurry onto the meatballs in the slow cooker and stir thoroughly to mix. This will thicken the gravy to a luscious consistency.
- Serve: Serve the Salisbury steak meatballs hot over mashed potatoes or egg noodles for a comforting meal. Optionally, garnish with chopped parsley for a fresh touch.
Notes
- Using frozen meatballs makes this recipe quick and convenient.
- Stirring occasionally during slow cooking ensures even cooking and prevents sticking.
- The cornstarch slurry should be added at the end to thicken the gravy without lumps.
- For added flavor, garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American