🥩🧅 Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak Meatballs
Don’t LOSE this Recipe 😋 | Comfort Food Classic Made Easy
If you love rich, savory comfort food that tastes like it cooked all day (because it did 😉), these Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak Meatballs are going to steal your heart. Juicy beef meatballs simmer gently in a deep, onion-packed brown gravy that’s perfect over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles. This recipe is simple, budget-friendly, and absolutely soul-warming — the kind of dish that brings everyone back to the table for seconds.
🛒 Ingredients
🥩 Meatballs
- 500 g ground beef
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
🧅 Onion Gravy
- 2 tablespoons butter or oil
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon beef bouillon (optional, for extra depth)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
👩🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Meatballs
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined (do not overmix).
Roll into medium-sized meatballs and set aside.
Step 2: Build the Onion Gravy
Heat butter or oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook until soft and golden, about 5–7 minutes.
Sprinkle in the flour and stir continuously for 1 minute to cook out the raw flour taste.
Slowly whisk in the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, bouillon (if using), pepper, and salt. Simmer until slightly thickened.
Step 3: Slow Cook to Perfection
Place the meatballs in the slow cooker in an even layer.
Pour the onion gravy over the meatballs, making sure they’re well covered.
Cover and cook:
- LOW: 6–7 hours
- HIGH: 3–4 hours
The meatballs will become tender, juicy, and packed with flavor.
🍽️ Cooking Methods & Serving Ideas
Slow Cooker Method (Best Flavor)
This method allows the meatballs to absorb the gravy slowly, creating deep, classic Salisbury flavor.
Alternative Stovetop Method
Brown meatballs first, then simmer in gravy for 30–40 minutes until fully cooked.
Serving Suggestions
- Creamy mashed potatoes 🥔
- Buttered egg noodles 🍜
- Steamed rice 🍚
- With green beans or peas on the side 🥦
📜 A Little History
Salisbury steak dates back to the late 1800s, named after Dr. James Salisbury, who promoted minced beef as a health food. Over time, it evolved into a beloved American comfort dish, usually served with onion gravy. These meatballs are a modern, cozy twist on that timeless classic — easier to eat, easier to cook, and just as satisfying.
🧠 How the Flavors Form
- Breadcrumbs + egg keep the meatballs tender
- Worcestershire sauce adds deep umami
- Slow cooking allows the onions to melt into the gravy
- Flour-thickened broth creates that signature Salisbury richness
Every bite is savory, juicy, and comforting.
❤️ Why Everyone Loves This Recipe
- Family-friendly & freezer-friendly
- Perfect for busy days
- Affordable ingredients
- Rich, homemade flavor with minimal effort
This dish is especially loved by comfort-food lovers, slow-cooker fans, and anyone who enjoys classic home-style meals with big flavor.
🏁 Conclusion
These Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak Meatballs are proof that simple ingredients can create unforgettable comfort food. Warm, hearty, and packed with nostalgic flavor, this is the kind of recipe that becomes a household favorite fast.
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