This Crockpot Salisbury Steak Meatballs recipe is a simple, comforting dish perfect for busy weeknights. Frozen meatballs are smothered in a rich, savory gravy with onions, mushrooms, and classic seasonings. The best part? It’s effortless and tastes just like homemade.
Ingredients
- 26 oz bag frozen homestyle meatballs
- 8 oz sliced brown mushrooms (optional)
- 1 sliced onion
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 oz package brown gravy mix
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 3 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 2 tbsp cornstarch (for slurry if needed)
- 0.25 cup water
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Prepare the Crockpot
Spray a 6-quart crockpot with nonstick spray. Place sliced mushrooms and onions at the bottom. - Add Meatballs
Pour frozen meatballs on top of the vegetables. No need to thaw. - Make the Gravy
In a medium bowl, whisk together beef broth, brown gravy mix, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, Dijon mustard, black pepper, and minced garlic. - Combine and Cook
Pour the gravy mixture over the meatballs. Cover and cook on high for 2-3 hours or low for 5-6 hours. - Optional Gravy Thickening
If gravy is too thin, whisk cornstarch and water to make a slurry. Pour over meatballs and cook for an additional 10 minutes until thickened. - Serve and Enjoy
Serve hot over rice or mashed potatoes. Garnish if desired.
Tips for Best Results
- Use fresh or frozen meatballs—both work great.
- Mushrooms are optional depending on preference.
- Adjust gravy thickness with cornstarch slurry.
- Pair with mashed potatoes, rice, or buttered noodles.
Why This Recipe Works
- Minimal prep: dump-and-go method.
- Slow cooker cooks everything evenly.
- Perfect for family meals and leftovers.
- Creamy, flavorful gravy enhances every bite.
Nutrition (Approximate per Serving)
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Protein: 20g
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 900mg
Crockpot Salisbury Steak Meatballs – Easy Comfort Meal
- Total Time: 5 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Description
Classic comfort meal made easy with frozen meatballs smothered in rich gravy in the crockpot.
Ingredients
26 oz bag frozen homestyle meatballs
8 oz sliced brown mushrooms (optional)
1 sliced onion
2 cups beef broth
1 oz package brown gravy mix
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
3 tbsp ketchup
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp black pepper
2 tsp minced garlic
2 tbsp cornstarch (for slurry if needed)
0.25 cup water
Instructions
1. Spray a 6-quart crockpot with nonstick spray. Layer mushrooms and onions at the bottom.
2. Pour frozen meatballs over vegetables.
3. Whisk together beef broth, brown gravy mix, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, Dijon mustard, black pepper, and garlic.
4. Pour gravy over meatballs.
5. Cover and cook on high for 2-3 hours or low for 5-6 hours.
6. If gravy is too thin, whisk cornstarch and water to make slurry and pour over meatballs. Cook 10 more minutes.
7. Serve hot over rice or mashed potatoes.
Notes
Optional mushrooms. Adjust gravy thickness with cornstarch. Perfect with rice, mashed potatoes, or noodles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5-6 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
