Tasty Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak Meatballs Recipe
This Tasty Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak Meatballs recipe offers a comforting and hearty meal with tender meatballs simmered in a rich, savory gravy. Perfect for busy days, the slow cooker does most of the work, delivering flavorful Salisbury steak-style meatballs that pair wonderfully with mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 to 6 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes to 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Salt
Ingredients
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Salisbury Steak Meatballs:
- 1 bag (26 oz) frozen meatballs (about 30–35 meatballs)
- 2 cups reduced-sodium beef broth
- 1 packet brown gravy mix
- 1 packet onion soup mix
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Cornstarch Slurry:
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons cold water
Instructions
- Prepare the Slow Cooker: Place the frozen meatballs evenly in the bottom of the slow cooker to form a single layer for even cooking.
- Make the Gravy Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the beef broth, brown gravy mix, onion soup mix, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce until completely combined, ensuring a smooth gravy base.
- Combine in Slow Cooker: Pour the gravy mixture over the meatballs in the slow cooker. Gently stir to coat all the meatballs thoroughly without breaking them apart.
- Cook: Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on low heat for 4 to 6 hours. The meatballs will heat through and become tender while absorbing the flavorful gravy.
- Thicken the Gravy: About 30 minutes before serving, mix the cornstarch and cold water in a small bowl until smooth to create the slurry. Add this slurry to the slow cooker and stir gently. Continue cooking uncovered for 30 minutes to allow the gravy to thicken to the desired consistency.
- Serve: Once the gravy has thickened, serve the Salisbury steak meatballs hot over a bed of creamy mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or egg noodles for a satisfying and comforting meal.
Notes
- For a richer and more full-bodied gravy, use full-fat beef broth instead of reduced-sodium beef broth.
- The cornstarch slurry can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated until ready to use to save time during the last stage of cooking.
- If desired, homemade meatballs can substitute the frozen meatballs for a fresh homemade taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 4-5 meatballs with gravy)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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