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Delicious slow cooker Salisbury steak meatballs served with gravy

Comforting Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak Meatballs Recipe

This recipe features tender, savory meatballs simmered in a rich mushroom and onion gravy in a slow cooker. It's a hearty and comforting meal perfect for a family dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meatballs
  • 1.5 lbs Ground beef
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1 tsp Onion powder
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black pepper
Sauce
  • 8 oz Cremini mushrooms sliced
  • 1 Yellow onion sliced
  • 2 cups Beef broth
  • 1 can Cream of mushroom soup 10.5 oz
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 cup Ketchup
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsp Cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp cold water

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Large skillet
  • Slow cooker
  • Whisk

Method
 

Meatball Preparation
  1. Combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a bowl, then form into 1.5-inch meatballs.
  2. Brown the meatballs in a large skillet over medium-high heat before transferring them to the slow cooker.
Sauce and Cooking
  1. In the same skillet, sauté sliced mushrooms and onion until softened, then add them to the slow cooker.
  2. Whisk together beef broth, cream of mushroom soup, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, and Dijon mustard, then pour this sauce over the meatballs and vegetables in the slow cooker.
  3. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the meatballs are cooked through and tender.
  4. During the last 30 minutes of cooking, stir in the cornstarch slurry to thicken the gravy.
Serving
  1. Serve the comforting Salisbury steak meatballs and gravy hot over mashed potatoes or egg noodles.

Notes

For a richer flavor, consider using homemade beef broth. A splash of red wine can also be added to the sauce for an extra depth of flavor.