Crockpot French Onion Meatballs
Crockpot French Onion Meatballs are a comforting and flavorful dish that brings the classic taste of French onion soup into tender, juicy meatballs. This easy slow cooker recipe allows you to enjoy rich, savory flavors without spending hours in the kitchen. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, these meatballs can be served over mashed potatoes, in sandwiches, or alongside crusty bread for dipping. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your home. Plus, leftovers can be easily stored or frozen for quick meals later on!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: Low (6-8 hours) / High (3-4 hours)
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: French
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 mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, chopped onion, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Form the mixture into meatballs about 1 inch in diameter and set aside.
- Place the meatballs in an even layer in the crockpot without overcrowding them.
- In another bowl, mix together beef broth and French onion soup mix; pour over the meatballs.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. About 15 minutes before serving, add shredded mozzarella cheese on top and cover until melted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg