Description
This Beefy Onion Crockpot Meatballs Recipe is the ultimate comfort food! Tender, juicy meatballs infused with onion soup mix and slow-cooked to perfection in a rich, savory sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, family dinners, or meal prep, these meatballs are as easy as they are delicious. Serve them over mashed potatoes, noodles, or enjoy them with a side of crusty bread for an unforgettable meal!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Meatballs:
- 1 lb ground beef (85% lean recommended)
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
- 1 packet onion soup mix
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- ¼ cup milk
For the Sauce:
- 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
- ½ cup ketchup
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ cup beef broth (or water, in a pinch)
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
Instructions
- Prep the Meatballs: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, egg, breadcrumbs, onion soup mix, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, and milk. Mix gently until just combined.
- Shape and Brown (Optional): Roll into 1-inch meatballs. If desired, lightly brown them in a skillet over medium heat or bake at 400°F for 10 minutes.
- Make the Sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, beef broth, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Assemble in Crockpot: Pour a small amount of sauce into the bottom of the slow cooker. Add the meatballs in layers, then pour the remaining sauce over them.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, stirring gently halfway through.
- Serve: Serve the meatballs hot over mashed potatoes, noodles, or rice, and enjoy!
Notes
- To keep the meatballs tender, avoid overmixing the ingredients.
- You can freeze uncooked meatballs on a baking sheet and store them in a freezer bag for up to 3 months. Cook them straight from frozen when needed.
- If you don’t have a crockpot, bake the meatballs in a 9×13-inch dish with the sauce at 350°F for 30-35 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 180
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
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