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Slow-Cooker Salisbury Steak Meatballs

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Slow-Cooker Salisbury Steak Meatballs are a hearty and comforting take on the classic Salisbury steak. Juicy meatballs are simmered in a savory mushroom and onion gravy, making them perfect for a cozy, hands-off dinner.

  • Author: Ella
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Total Time: 6.5 hours
  • Yield: 4 to 6 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs ground beef
  • 1/2 cup bread crumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 1 small onion, grated
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or butter (for searing)
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
  • 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (for gravy)
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp cold water

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, grated onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and parsley.
  2. Form into 1 to 1.5-inch meatballs.
  3. Sear meatballs in a skillet with olive oil until browned on the outside. Transfer to slow cooker.
  4. Top meatballs with sliced onions and mushrooms.
  5. Whisk together beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and tomato paste. Pour over meatballs.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours.
  7. Mix cornstarch with cold water. Stir into slow cooker 30 minutes before serving to thicken the gravy.
  8. Stir gently and serve hot over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles.

Notes

  • Mix ground beef and pork for richer meatballs.
  • Use almond flour or pork rinds for a low-carb version.
  • Add red wine or balsamic vinegar for deeper gravy flavor.
  • Frozen pre-cooked meatballs can be used to save time.
  • Arrowroot or flour can substitute cornstarch for thickening.

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