Description
These French Onion Meatballs are cozy, cheesy, and ridiculously easy to make in a crockpot. Packed with rich flavors, they’re perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs frozen meatballs (beef or turkey)
- 2 large yellow onions, sliced thin
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup Gruyere cheese, shredded
- 1 tsp fresh thyme (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat butter in a sauté pan over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook until golden and caramelized, stirring often, for about 10 minutes. Add the minced garlic in the last minute.
- Add the frozen meatballs to the crockpot in an even layer.
- In the same pan, combine the caramelized onions, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir well and pour over the meatballs.
- Set the crockpot to low and cook for 4-5 hours. Avoid opening the lid to ensure even cooking.
- In the last 10 minutes, sprinkle Gruyere cheese over the top and cover until melted.
Notes
[‘Caramelizing the onions adds depth of flavor, so don’t rush this step.’, ‘Frozen meatballs hold their shape better during slow cooking.’, ‘Gruyere cheese provides a nutty, savory flavor, but you can substitute with Swiss or Mozzarella.’, ‘Avoid overcooking the meatballs to prevent them from drying out.’]
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-5 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 22
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Protein: 18
Keywords: French onion meatballs, crockpot recipe, comfort food, easy dinner, slow cooker meatballs