Description
Crock Pot French Onion Meatballs are a comforting and hearty dish featuring tender meatballs simmered in a rich French onion sauce, topped with melted cheese for a satisfying meal or appetizer.
Ingredients
- 1 (32 oz) bag frozen meatballs (beef or turkey)
- 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 packet French onion soup mix
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat and sauté the sliced onions until golden and caramelized, about 15–20 minutes.
- Place frozen meatballs into the crock pot.
- Add the caramelized onions, beef broth, French onion soup mix, minced garlic, and Worcestershire sauce to the crock pot.
- Cover and cook on low for 4–6 hours or on high for 2–3 hours, until meatballs are heated through.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top about 15 minutes before serving, allowing it to melt.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Use turkey meatballs for a lighter option.
- Caramelizing onions enhances the flavor significantly.
- Can add mushrooms or cream for extra depth.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
