Description

Crock Pot French Onion Meatballs are a delightful blend of tender meatballs and savory caramelized onions, topped with melted cheese for an irresistible comfort food experience. This dish is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s game day, family gatherings, or a cozy weeknight dinner. With minimal prep required and the convenience of slow cooking, you can enjoy rich flavors without spending hours in the kitchen. Just toss everything into your crock pot, and let it work its magic while you go about your day. Serve these flavorful meatballs over rice, mashed potatoes, or on their own as a tasty appetizer—there’s something for everyone to love!

Ingredients

Scale

2 medium yellow onions (sliced)
26 ounces frozen meatballs
2 cups low-sodium beef broth
1 ounce package brown gravy mix
2 teaspoons garlic (minced)
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon white apple vinegar
¼ cup water
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1½ cups gruyere cheese (grated)

Instructions

Place sliced onions at the bottom of a 6-quart crock pot and layer frozen meatballs on top.
In a medium bowl, combine beef broth, brown gravy mix, garlic, black pepper, dried thyme, and white apple vinegar. Whisk until smooth and pour over meatballs.
Cover and cook on high for 2½ to 3½ hours or low for 5 to 6 hours.
In a small bowl, whisk cornstarch with water until smooth; pour over meatballs and gently mix to combine.
Top with gruyere cheese and cook for an additional ten minutes until melted.
Serve hot over rice or mashed potatoes.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours
Category: Main
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 meatball with sauce (approximately 100g)
Calories: 293
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 905mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 19g
Cholesterol: 62mg

Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding additional herbs such as rosemary or parsley. You can customize this recipe by using turkey or chicken meatballs as an alternative.