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Crockpot Salisbury Steak Meatballs | Easy Slow-Cooked Dinner

Tender meatballs cooked in a savory gravy, perfect for an easy, comforting family dinner made in your slow cooker.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 lbs ground beef
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg beaten
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 2 tbsp olive oil optional, for browning
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp water
  • fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Crockpot/slow cooker
  • Mixing bowl
  • Skillet (optional)
  • Measuring cups & spoons

Method
 

  1. Combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika in a bowl. Mix gently.
  2. Optional: Brown meatballs in olive oil in a skillet for 2–3 minutes on each side.
  3. Place meatballs in crockpot.
  4. Whisk together beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard. Pour over meatballs.
  5. Cover and cook on low 6–7 hours or high 3–4 hours.
  6. Make a slurry with cornstarch and water; stir into crockpot 30 minutes before serving to thicken gravy.
  7. Garnish with parsley and serve over mashed potatoes, noodles, or rice.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge. Freeze leftovers for up to 3 months. Reheat gently to avoid drying meatballs.