Description

This Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak Meatballs recipe is a comforting and family-friendly dish that combines tender frozen meatballs with a rich and flavorful brown gravy. Easy to prepare and perfect for busy weeknights, the meal cooks slowly to meld the savory flavors, making a hearty and satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

Scale

Meatballs

1 bag (26 oz) frozen meatballs (about 30–35 meatballs)

Gravy Sauce

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

Garnish

Chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions

Prepare Meatballs: Place the frozen meatballs evenly in the slow cooker, ensuring they are in a single layer to allow even cooking.
Make Gravy Base: In a medium bowl, combine the reduced-sodium beef broth, brown gravy mix, onion soup mix, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir well until the mixes dissolve and the sauce is uniform.
Combine and Cook: Pour the prepared gravy mixture over the meatballs in the slow cooker. Stir gently to coat the meatballs with the sauce. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours until the meatballs are heated through and tender.
Thicken Gravy: About 30 minutes before serving, mix the cornstarch and cold water together in a small bowl to create a slurry. Pour the slurry into the slow cooker and stir gently. Cover and continue to cook for another 20-30 minutes, allowing the gravy to thicken.
Garnish and Serve: Once the gravy has thickened and the meatballs are hot, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top if using. Serve warm over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles for a complete meal.

Notes

You can substitute frozen meatballs with homemade or fresh meatballs if preferred.
Use reduced-sodium broth and seasoning mixes to control salt content as desired.
To make it gluten-free, ensure the meatballs and gravy mix are certified gluten-free products.
For a thicker gravy, add the cornstarch slurry earlier and cook longer.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.

Keywords: Salisbury steak meatballs, slow cooker recipe, comfort food, easy dinner, beef meatballs, brown gravy meatballs