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Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak Meatballs

Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak Meatballs are a comforting and hearty dish featuring tender meatballs smothered in a rich and flavorful gravy. This easy slow cooker recipe is perfect for busy days, allowing the meatballs to simmer and absorb all the delicious flavors while you go about your day. Serve these meatballs over mashed potatoes or rice for a complete meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 380 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 slow cooker
  • 1 mixing bowl
  • 1 measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 large skillet optional for browning meatballs
  • 1 serving spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef (lean)
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms (optional) Optional for added flavor.
  • 1 packet (1 oz) onion soup mix
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch (optional) For thickening the gravy.
  • 2 tbsp water (optional) For thickening the gravy.

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, chopped onion, egg, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix until well blended.
  • Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
  • (Optional) In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the meatballs for about 4-5 minutes, turning them to brown all sides.
  • Place the meatballs in the slow cooker.
  • In a separate bowl, mix together the beef broth, sliced mushrooms, and onion soup mix. Pour the mixture over the meatballs in the slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on low for about 6 hours or until meatballs are cooked through and tender.
  • (Optional) If you want a thicker gravy, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Stir it into the slow cooker in the last 30 minutes of cooking and allow it to thicken.
  • Serve the meatballs over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles for a complete meal.

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
Feel free to add your favorite vegetables like carrots or peas to the slow cooker for added nutrition.