Crockpot French Onion Meatballs
A delightful twist on classic flavors, these meatballs combine the savory goodness of meatballs with the rich taste of French onion soup, perfect for busy days or meal prepping.
Ingredients
For the Meatballs
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper
For the Sauce
- 1 large onion, sliced for layering in the crockpot
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 packet French onion soup mix
- Parsley for garnish Parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Mix ground beef, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Shape the mixture into meatballs.
- Layer the sliced onions at the bottom of your crockpot.
- Place the prepared meatballs on top of the onions.
- Blend the beef broth with the French onion soup mix in another bowl, then pour this mixture over the meatballs.
Cooking
- Cover your crockpot and cook the meatballs on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- When done, serve the meatballs hot, garnished with parsley if desired.
Notes
For best results, do not over-mix the meatball mixture. Optionally, you can brown the meatballs in a skillet before placing them in the crockpot. You can adjust the seasoning as per your taste, or add garlic powder or Italian herbs for more flavor.