Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak Meatballs Recipe
This Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak Meatballs recipe is a comforting and easy-to-make dish featuring tender frozen meatballs simmered in a flavorful brown gravy made from beef broth, brown gravy mix, onion soup mix, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce. Perfect for a hassle-free family meal, these meatballs are slow-cooked to perfection and served best over creamy mashed potatoes or egg noodles with an optional fresh parsley garnish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours 30 minutes
- Total Time: 5 hours 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Meatballs
- 1 bag (26 oz) (about 30–35) frozen meatballs
Sauce
- 2 cups reduced-sodium beef broth
- 1 packet brown gravy mix
- 1 packet onion soup mix
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Thickener
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons cold water
Garnish
- Chopped fresh parsley (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 prepared slow cooker insert, spreading them out evenly.
- 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 in the slow cooker. Gently stir to make sure all meatballs are coated with the sauce. Cover with the slow cooker lid and cook on LOW for 5 to 6 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the meatballs to heat through.
- Thicken the Gravy: Mix the cornstarch and cold water in a small bowl to create a slurry. Stir this slurry into the slow cooker and cook for an additional 10 minutes until the gravy thickens to a rich, smooth consistency.
- Serve: Serve the Salisbury steak meatballs hot over creamy mashed potatoes or egg noodles. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired for a fresh, vibrant touch.
Notes
- Using frozen meatballs saves time and makes this recipe super easy.
- The gravy mix and onion soup mix add deep, savory flavor – choose reduced sodium if watching salt intake.
- For a thicker gravy, you can increase the cornstarch to 3 tablespoons if preferred.
- This recipe is excellent for meal prepping and can be reheated gently on the stovetop or in a slow cooker.
- Serve with your favorite sides like steamed vegetables or a crisp green salad to balance the rich meatballs.
Keywords: slow cooker, Salisbury steak, meatballs, brown gravy, comfort food, easy dinner, crockpot recipe, beef meatballs
