Description
Crock Pot French Onion Meatballs combine smoky beef meatballs with caramelized onions in a rich broth, finished with melted mozzarella for a comforting, slow‑cooker dinner. This easy recipe uses ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, and aromatic dried thyme, cooking low for 6‑8 hours to develop deep flavor. Perfect for family meals or meal prep, the dish delivers restaurant‑style taste with minimal effort and simple ingredients. Pair them with buttered noodles or crusty bread for a hearty meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt to taste
- 2 medium onions, sliced thin
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, egg, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt in a large bowl. Mix until just combined.
- Form the mixture into 1‑inch meatballs.
- Place the sliced onions in the bottom of the crock‑pot.
- Arrange the meatballs on top of the onions.
- Whisk together beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and dried thyme; pour over the meatballs and onions.
- Cover and cook on low for 6‑8 hours (or on high for 3‑4 hours) until the meatballs are cooked through and the broth has thickened slightly.
- Ten minutes before serving, sprinkle shredded mozzarella over the meatballs, replace the lid, and let the cheese melt.
- Serve hot, optionally with buttered noodles, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread.
Notes
- For a richer sauce
- remove the lid during the last 30 minutes to reduce the broth. If the broth is too thin
- stir in a tablespoon of butter before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
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