Crockpot French Onion Meatballs
Crockpot French Onion Meatballs are a comforting dish that brings together the rich, savory flavors of beef and onions in a gooey, cheesy delight. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe allows you to set it and forget it while your slow cooker works its magic. These meatballs absorb the delicious broth and seasonings, creating an irresistible meal that everyone will enjoy. Serve them over pasta, in a sub sandwich, or as a hearty appetizer—this versatile dish is sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 packet French onion soup mix
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, chopped onion, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Form the mixture into meatballs about 1 inch in diameter.
- Place meatballs in a single layer in the crockpot.
- Mix beef broth and French onion soup mix in another bowl; pour over meatballs.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. In the last 15 minutes of cooking, add shredded mozzarella cheese on top until melted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 3 meatballs (170g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg