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Crockpot French Onion Meatballs

This is a great option for family dinners and gatherings. It's just the kind of comfort food your family will love!
Course Appetizer, Main Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 431kcal
Author Deb Clark

Equipment

  • 1 Crockpot

Ingredients

  • 32 ounce bag frozen meatballs
  • 1 large yellow onion thinly sliced
  • 21 ounces French onion soup that’s two cans
  • 10.5 ounce can cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ cup evaporated milk
  • 1 cup shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water for thickening, optional
  • Fresh parsley for garnish optional

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the French onion soup, cream of mushroom soup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and black pepper.
  • Spray the crockpot with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Place the frozen meatballs and sliced onions in the slow cooker. Stir to coat everything in the sauce.
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or HIGH for 2-3 hours, until the meatballs are hot and tender.
  • If you want a thicker sauce, mix the cornstarch with water and stir it into the crockpot during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
  • Sprinkle shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese over the meatballs, cover, and let it melt for about 10-15 minutes.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or with crusty French bread.

Notes

How to store leftovers

  • Refrigerate - Got leftovers? Store them in the fridge for up to three days in an airtight container.
  • Freezer - Freeze the leftover meatballs in a freezer safe bag or container for up to three months. For best results, thaw them in the fridge overnight before reheating.
  • Reheat - Simply warm up the meatballs on the stove top or in the microwave. I love meals that reheat in the microwave! So, easy!

Nutrition

Calories: 431kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 104mg | Sodium: 781mg | Potassium: 803mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 160IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 197mg | Iron: 1mg