Easy Crockpot Salisbury Steak Meatballs (Classic Comfort Meal)
Enjoy the comforting flavors of Salisbury steak in a convenient meatball form with this easy Crockpot recipe! Simply combine frozen meatballs, mushrooms, and onions with a rich, savory gravy, and let your slow cooker do the work. Perfect for a cozy family dinner.
Yields: 4-6 servings Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 2-4 hours
Ingredients:
- 1 (approx. 24-ounce) bag frozen meatballs (turkey, beef, or pork variety)
- ½ cup sliced yellow onion
- ½ cup sliced fresh mushrooms
- 1 packet (approx. 0.87-1 oz) brown gravy mix (standard, not low-carb)
- 1 (10.5-ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup (standard, not low-carb)
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons A1 Sauce
Equipment:
- Large crockpot (slow cooker)
- Medium mixing bowl
- Whisk
Instructions:
- Load Crockpot: Place the frozen meatballs and sliced onions evenly in the bottom of your crockpot.
- Sprinkle Gravy Mix: Sprinkle the contents of the brown gravy mix packet directly over the meatballs and onions in the crockpot.
- Prepare Sauce: In a separate medium mixing bowl, whisk together the beef broth, condensed cream of mushroom soup, and A1 Sauce until smooth and well combined.
- Pour Over & Cook: Pour the mixed sauce evenly over the meatballs and onions in the crockpot.
- Slow Cook:
- Cook on HIGH for 2 hours, stirring halfway through.
- OR cook on LOW for 4 hours, stirring halfway through.
- Serve & Enjoy! The meatballs should be cooked through and tender, and the sauce thickened. Serve hot.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve alone for a hearty meal.
- Classic pairing: over mashed potatoes or egg noodles.
- For a lower-carb option: serve over cauliflower rice or mashed cauliflower.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.
Recipe Analysis & Dietary Classification (As Written)
- High Protein: Yes, this recipe is high in protein due to the meatballs.
- Low-Carb: NO, this recipe is NOT low-carb.
- Keto: NO, this recipe is NOT keto-friendly.
Reasons for NOT being Low-Carb/Keto (as written):
- Frozen Meatballs: Most frozen meatballs contain breadcrumbs or other fillers high in carbohydrates.
- Brown Gravy Mix: Standard gravy mixes are primarily starch (wheat flour or cornstarch) and often contain added sugars.
- Cream of Mushroom Soup: Standard condensed cream soups are thickened with starches and often contain added sugars and undesirable oils.
- A1 Sauce: A1 Sauce is high in sugar and corn syrup.
