Description
These Crock Pot French Onion Meatballs are the perfect combination of juicy, flavorful meatballs and rich, caramelized onion gravy. Slow-cooked to perfection, they’re easy to prepare and packed with comforting flavors that everyone will love. Whether served as a hearty main dish over mashed potatoes or as a crowd-pleasing party appetizer, this recipe is a guaranteed hit. Perfect for busy days, the Crock Pot does all the work while you sit back and relax. Simple, delicious, and utterly satisfying—your family will keep coming back for more! 🍴🧅
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs ground beef
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
- 2 large yellow onions, sliced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Meatballs: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well and shape into 1.5-inch meatballs.
- Sear the Meatballs: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the meatballs until golden brown on all sides. Set aside.
- Caramelize the Onions: In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté sliced onions over medium heat until golden and caramelized, about 15-20 minutes.
- Assemble in Crock Pot: Place the caramelized onions in the bottom of the Crock Pot. Layer the seared meatballs on top.
- Add the Broth Mixture: In a bowl, whisk together beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and a pinch of salt. Pour the mixture over the meatballs and onions.
- Cook Low and Slow: Cover the Crock Pot and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Add Cheese: In the last 30 minutes of cooking, sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top. Cover and let it melt.
- Serve and Garnish: Serve the meatballs warm, garnished with fresh parsley. Pair with mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta for a complete meal.
Notes
- Use 80/20 ground beef for juicier meatballs.
- To thicken the sauce, mix 1 tbsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp water and stir it in during the last 30 minutes.
- These meatballs make great appetizers with toothpicks for parties!
Enjoy your delicious Crock Pot French Onion Meatballs! 🍴
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours (low) or 3 hours (high)
- Category: Main Dish, Appetizer
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4-5 meatballs per person (approximately 1/6 of the recipe).
- Calories: 320kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg