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Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak Meatballs

Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak Meatballs

This comforting Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak Meatballs recipe combines tender meatballs with a rich and savory mushroom gravy, all cooked slowly to perfection. It's an easy dish that makes for a satisfying meal, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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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 350 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 slow cooker
  • 1 mixing bowl
  • 1 baking sheet
  • 1 large skillet
  • 1 cooking spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs Use gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free option.
  • ¼ cup finely chopped onion
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 1 packet (1 ounce) onion soup mix
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch Optional, for thickening.
  • 2 tablespoons water Optional, for thickening.

Instructions
 

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
  • Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. Set aside.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the meatballs on all sides until they form a nice golden crust, about 5-7 minutes. Transfer the meatballs to the slow cooker.
  • In the same skillet, add the sliced mushrooms and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.
  • Add the beef broth and onion soup mix to the skillet. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer for 2 minutes.
  • Carefully pour the mushroom and broth mixture over the meatballs in the slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or until meatballs are cooked through and tender.
  • If you prefer a thicker gravy, mix the cornstarch with water in a bowl until smooth. Stir into the crockpot during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
  • Serve the meatballs and gravy over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles.

Notes

Feel free to add vegetables like peas or carrots to the slow cooker for added nutrition.
You can prepare the meatballs ahead of time and freeze them for later use.
For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free breadcrumbs and ensure the soup mix is gluten-free.