Crockpot French Onion Meatballs
A simple, cozy weeknight dinner made with tender meatballs infused with French onion flavor, all cooked in a slow cooker.
Ingredients
For the meatballs
- 1 pound ground beef You can use a mix of beef and pork for richer flavor.
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- to taste Salt and pepper Taste and adjust salt before serving.
For the sauce
- 1 can French onion soup Using other soups will change the taste.
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese You can swap mozzarella for Swiss or provolone.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, chopped onion, egg, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Form the mixture into meatballs and place them in the crockpot.
- Pour the French onion soup over the meatballs, ensuring they are well coated.
Cooking
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- In the last 30 minutes of cooking, sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the meatballs and cover until melted.
- Serve warm and enjoy your comforting meal!
Notes
Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container for 3–4 days in the refrigerator. Freeze meatballs and sauce for up to 3 months.