Description
These Salisbury Steak Meatballs are the perfect comfort food! This easy slow cooker recipe features tender, juicy meatballs in a rich, flavorful brown gravy. The meatballs are packed with savory flavor, making them a great weeknight dinner served over mashed potatoes or rice.
Ingredients
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For the Salisbury Steak Meatballs:
- 1 bag (26 oz) frozen meatballs (about 30–35 meatballs)
- 2 cups reduced-sodium beef broth (see notes)
- 1 packet brown gravy mix
- 1 packet onion soup mix
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
For the Cornstarch Slurry:
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch (see notes)
- 2 tablespoons cold water
Instructions
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Prepare the Meatball Sauce:
- In your slow cooker, combine the beef broth, brown gravy mix, onion soup mix, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir well to combine.
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Add the Meatballs:
- Place the frozen meatballs into the slow cooker, making sure they are submerged in the gravy mixture. Stir gently to coat the meatballs with the sauce.
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Cook the Meatballs:
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, until the meatballs are heated through and tender.
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Make the Gravy Thicker:
- About 15 minutes before serving, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water in a small bowl to make a slurry.
- Pour the cornstarch slurry into the slow cooker, stirring gently to combine. Let it cook for another 10-15 minutes until the gravy thickens to your desired consistency.
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Serve:
- Once the gravy has thickened, serve the Salisbury Steak Meatballs with mashed potatoes, rice, or your favorite side dish.
Notes
- Beef Broth: You can use regular beef broth, but reduced-sodium beef broth is recommended to help control the salt level.
- Cornstarch Slurry: If you prefer a thinner gravy, you can skip the cornstarch slurry or use less cornstarch.
- You can make this dish with homemade meatballs, but frozen meatballs make it incredibly easy.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
- Category: Main Course, Comfort Food
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Slow Cooker, Salisbury Steak, Meatballs, Comfort Food, Brown Gravy, Easy Dinner, Crockpot Meatballs, Weeknight Dinner