Description
This Tasty Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak Meatballs recipe combines frozen meatballs with a savory homemade gravy, cooked low and slow to create a comforting, hearty dish perfect for an easy dinner. The gravy features beef broth, brown gravy mix, onion soup mix, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce, thickened at the end with a cornstarch slurry.
Ingredients
Scale
Meatballs
- 1 bag (26 oz) frozen meatballs (about 30-35 meatballs)
Gravy
- 2 cups reduced-sodium beef broth
- 1 packet brown gravy mix
- 1 packet onion soup mix
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons cold water
Instructions
- Prepare the Gravy: In the slow cooker, combine the beef broth, brown gravy mix, onion soup mix, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir until everything is well combined, creating a flavorful base for the meatballs.
- Add the Meatballs: Place the frozen meatballs into the slow cooker and coat them thoroughly with the gravy mixture, ensuring each meatball is covered for even cooking and flavor absorption.
- Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours. This slow cooking process tenderizes the meatballs and melds the flavors beautifully.
- Thicken the Sauce: About 30 minutes before serving, prepare a cornstarch slurry by mixing the cornstarch with cold water. Stir this slurry into the slow cooker to thicken the gravy, stirring gently to avoid lumps and allowing the sauce to achieve a rich consistency.
- Serve: Once the gravy has thickened and the meatballs are fully cooked, stir everything together one last time. Serve the Salisbury Steak Meatballs hot with mashed potatoes, rice, or your favorite side dish for a comforting meal.
Notes
- You can substitute frozen meatballs with homemade meatballs if preferred.
- For a thicker gravy, add a little more cornstarch slurry as needed.
- Make sure to stir the cornstarch slurry in well to prevent lumps in the gravy.
- This recipe is perfect for meal prepping and reheats well.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
