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Delicious Crockpot French Onion Meatballs in a serving dish

Crockpot French Onion Meatballs

A comforting dish that blends rich French onion soup flavors with tender meatballs, perfect for weeknight dinners and family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound ground beef Juicy and flavorful, the foundation of your meatballs.
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs Adds structure and a delightful texture.
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Brings a rich, cheesy depth.
  • 1 large egg Helps bind the meatball mixture.
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped Sweet and fragrant, key for classic flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Infuses the mix with aromatic undertones.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Enhances the flavors.
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Adds subtle heat.
For Cooking
  • 2 cups beef broth Forms a rich base for cooking.
  • 1 packet French onion soup mix Concentrated flavor.
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Melts beautifully over the meatballs.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, chopped onion, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined.
  2. Scoop portions of the mixture and roll them into 1 to 1.5-inch meatballs. Place the meatballs carefully in the crockpot.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix the beef broth and French onion soup mix until well blended. Pour this mixture over the meatballs in the crockpot.
Cooking
  1. Cover the crockpot with its lid and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours, or on high for 3 to 4 hours.
  2. Once cooked, sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the top of the meatballs and cover for another 15 minutes to let the cheese melt.
Serving
  1. Serve the meatballs hot over rice or pasta, enjoying the flavorful broth.

Notes

For added flavor, consider Worcestershire sauce or mustard in the meat mix. Sautéing the onions beforehand brings out their sweetness. Crushed red pepper flakes can add spice. Make meatballs a day in advance for better flavor.