Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak Meatballs: Family-Friendly Comfort
Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak Meatballs: Family-Friendly Comfort is a delightful dish that transforms a classic comfort food into an effortless weeknight meal. These juicy beef meatballs simmer in a rich, savory gravy, creating a hearty and satisfying dinner that the whole family will love. The slow cooker does all the work, allowing you to enjoy quality time with your loved ones while the flavors meld beautifully over several hours. Perfect for pairing with creamy mashed potatoes or tender egg noodles, this meal is also make-ahead friendly—freeze leftovers for another busy night!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5–6 hours
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately six people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 bag (26 oz) frozen meatballs
- 2 cups reduced-sodium beef broth
- 1 packet brown gravy mix
- 1 packet onion soup mix
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons cold water
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Spray the slow cooker insert with nonstick cooking spray.
- Place frozen meatballs directly in the slow cooker.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together beef broth, brown gravy mix, onion soup mix, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth.
- Pour the sauce over the meatballs and stir gently to coat.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 5–6 hours.
- To thicken the gravy, mix cornstarch and cold water in a small bowl; stir into the slow cooker and cook for an additional 10 minutes.
- Serve hot over mashed potatoes or egg noodles, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg