There’s something special about a meal that practically cooks itself while you go about your day. These Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak Meatballs are the ultimate comfort food—rich, savory, and incredibly easy. Using frozen meatballs as the base, this recipe is a true dump-and-go dinner: a few pantry staples, a quick whisk, and your slow cooker does the rest. By dinnertime, you’ll have tender meatballs swimming in a silky brown gravy, perfect for serving over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles.
This dish brings all the nostalgic flavors of classic Salisbury steak into a fuss-free meatball version. The gravy—made from seasoning packets, beef broth, and mushrooms—develops deep, satisfying flavor as it simmers. Using frozen meatballs not only saves time but ensures consistently tender results, ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
I love how this recipe honors my grandmother’s special-occasion Salisbury steak meatballs. Her version was always the star of family dinners, full of warmth and tradition. My take keeps that spirit alive while making it simple for modern life. With Worcestershire sauce, garlic, onion powder, and mushrooms, every bite delivers the same cozy, comforting flavor.
Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak Meatballs
Ingredients:
- Frozen meatballs – 1 bag (about 25 oz)
- Worcestershire sauce – 2 tbsp
- Mushrooms, sliced – 2 cups
- Water – 1 ½ cups
- Onion powder – ½ tsp
- Garlic powder – ½ tsp
- Brown gravy mix – 2 packets (1.74 oz total)
Instructions:
- Place the frozen meatballs and sliced mushrooms in your slow cooker.
- In a bowl, whisk together Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, gravy mix, and water until smooth.
- Pour the mixture over the meatballs and mushrooms. Stir gently to coat.
- Cover and cook:
- Low: 4–6 hours
- High: 2–3 hours
until meatballs are heated through and the flavors meld.
- Stir gently, taste, and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles for a cozy, nostalgic meal.
Tip: Keep this one in your regular rotation along with other favorite frozen meatball recipes like Slow Cooker Swedish Meatballs, Crockpot Mississippi Meatballs, Spaghetti and Meatballs, or Sweet and Sour Meatballs.
