Best 6 Crock Pot Meatballs In Brown Gravy Recipes

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When it comes to comfort food, few things can beat a hearty plate of meatballs smothered in rich, flavorful brown gravy. Making this classic dish in a crock pot is an easy and convenient way to enjoy this delicious meal without spending hours in the kitchen. With just a few simple ingredients and some basic preparation, you can effortlessly create a savory and satisfying crock pot meatballs in brown gravy that your family and friends will love. So gather your ingredients, plug in your crock pot, and let's get started on creating this delectable dish!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SLOW COOKER MEATBALLS AND GRAVY



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Our mouthwatering, easy meatballs and gravy will become one of your go-to slow cooker dishes. Plus, the recipe makes great party fare.

Provided by Kathy Kingsley

Categories     Entree     Dinner

Time 4h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 19

Meatballs:
3/4 pound lean ground beef
1/2 pound ground pork
1/2 cup onions (finely chopped)
3/4 cup breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon parsley (fresh, chopped)
1 large egg (lightly beaten)
1/2 cup milk
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Gravy:
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups chicken broth (low-sodium)
1/2 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Make the Meatballs: Put the ground beef and pork into a medium bowl. Add the onions, bread crumbs, parsley, egg, milk, Worcestershire sauce, salt, garlic powder, and pepper. Mix until well blended.
  • Shape the mixture into 1 1/2-inch meatballs. Heat the oil in large skillet over medium heat. Cook the meatballs, in batches, until browned all over. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the meatballs to a 4-quart slow-cooker. Reserve the drippings in the pan. Cover and cook on high for 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, Make the Sauce: Add the flour, paprika, garlic powder, and pepper to the same skillet used for cooking meatballs. Stir in the chicken broth until well blended. Pour the sauce over the meatballs. Cover and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours.
  • To serve, stir the sour cream into the meatball sauce, cover and heat through. Serve the meatballs with the gravy over egg noodles or mashed potatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303 kcal, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 97 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 346 mg, Sugar 3 g, Fat 16 g, ServingSize 6-8 portions (6-8 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

EASY SLOW COOKER MEATBALLS



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This is an easy recipe that can be prepared in a slow cooker for a great hot meal at the end of the day. Serve with hot cooked spaghetti noodles.

Provided by HUNNIE0913

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 8h20m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½ pounds ground beef
1 ¼ cups Italian seasoned bread crumbs
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
1 egg, beaten
1 (28 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
1 (16 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 (14.25 ounce) can tomato puree

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix the ground beef, bread crumbs, parsley, garlic, onion, and egg. Shape the mixture into 16 meatballs.
  • In a slow cooker, mix the spaghetti sauce, crushed tomatoes, and tomato puree. Place the meatballs into the sauce mixture. Cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179.1 calories, Carbohydrate 18.2 g, Cholesterol 38.5 mg, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 10.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 502.9 mg, Sugar 6.2 g

SLOW-COOKER SALISBURY STEAK MEATBALLS



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This spin on Salisbury steak is anything but old-fashioned. With help from the slow cooker, we transformed this comfort food with scratch-made meatballs and a savory onion gravy that perfectly pairs with mashed potatoes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 3h40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 tablespoon Muir Glen™ organic tomato paste
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups thinly sliced onions
8 oz mushrooms, thinly sliced (about 3 cups)
1 cup Progresso™ beef flavored broth (from 32-oz carton)
1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1/2 cup Progresso™ plain panko crispy bread crumbs
1/3 cup milk
1 egg, slightly beaten
1 tablespoon Montreal steak grill seasoning
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water
1 pouch (4.7 oz) Betty Crocker™ creamy butter mashed potatoes, made as directed on pouch
2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley leaves

Steps:

  • Spray 5- or 6-quart oval slow cooker with cooking spray. Mix melted butter, tomato paste and salt in slow cooker. Add onions and mushrooms; toss to coat. Stir in broth.
  • In large bowl, mix beef, bread crumbs, milk, egg, grill seasoning and soy sauce. Shape into about 24 (1 1/2-inch) meatballs. Place meatballs in slow cooker on top of vegetable mixture.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 3 to 4 hours or until meatballs are thoroughly cooked (165°F); stir. In small bowl, beat cornstarch and cold water. Quickly stir into slow cooker; cover. Increase to High heat setting; cook 5 to 10 minutes or until thickened. Serve over mashed potatoes. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1030 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

CROCK POT MEATBALLS WITH GRAVY



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A really delicious way to have your turkey meal (except on Thanksgiving Day, of course!). Turkey meatballs cook slowly in a luscious turkey gravy. The meatballs are made especially for this recipe but if you're in a hurry you could use frozen, precooked turkey meatballs. Recipe from BH&G.

Provided by Lorraine of AZ

Categories     Poultry

Time 8h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 slightly beaten eggs
3/4 cup seasoned dry bread crumb
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons snipped fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
2 lbs raw ground turkey
1 1/2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 (10 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
1 cup water
1 (1 ounce) envelope turkey gravy mix
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon finely shredded lemon peel
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix the first 7 ingredients. Add the ground turkey and mix well. Shape into 1-1/2-inch meatballs. Brown the meatballs in hot oil. Remove meatballs from skillet and transfer to crockpot.
  • Combine the mushroom soup, water, turkey gravy mix, bay leaf, lemon peel and thyme. Pour over meatballs.
  • Cover and cook on LO heat for 6-8 hours or on HI heat for 3-4 hours. Remove bay leaf.
  • Serve with hot mashed potatoes. Sprinkle with snipped parsley.

CROCK-POT MEATBALLS IN BROWN GRAVY



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These are baked meatballs that are simmered in a brown gravy in a crockpot. Served with mashed potatos and peas is the way we like to eat them. I don't know the actual ounce size of the gravy packets, but I was asked to type something to clarify it. The packets make 1 cup, so I think you'll be able to figure out what I mean. :)

Provided by Mike Pellerin

Categories     Meat

Time 4h30m

Yield 24 Meatballs, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 lbs ground beef
1/2 green pepper (finely minced or processed)
1/2 yellow onion (finely minced or processed)
1/4 cup breadcrumbs (unflavored)
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon worcestershire pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 beaten egg
3 (1 1/4 ounce) packets brown gravy mix

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Mix all ingredients in large bowl except gravy mix.
  • (mix will seem very wet, but that's ok).
  • Form 24 meatballs and place in baking dish.
  • Bake at 350 for 20 mins, then crank oven to 425 for 15 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and set aside.
  • Make Brown Gravy according to package.
  • Put meatballs in crockpot and cover with the hot gravy.
  • Simmer in the crockpot for 3-4 hours.

MEATBALLS AND GRAVY



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"CHRISTMAS was the time when our family forgot about the food budget and splurged on one special meal. I can still see Grandmother making dozens of these little meatballs! The hint of spices gives them a savory taste that makes them authentically Norwegian."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 large egg
1/2 cup milk
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
3 to 4 tablespoons butter
GRAVY:
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup beef broth
1/2 cup milk or half-and-half cream
Salt and pepper to taste
Minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the egg, milk, cornstarch, onion, salt, pepper, nutmeg, allspice and ginger. Add beef; mix well. Shape into 1-1/2-in. meatballs. (Mixture will be very soft. For easier shaping, rinse hands in cold water frequently.) , In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the meatballs in butter, half at a time, for about 10 minutes or until no longer pink. Remove meatballs to paper towels to drain, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings in skillet. , For gravy, add butter to drippings. Stir in flour. Add broth and milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Season with salt and pepper. Return meatballs to skillet; heat through on low. Garnish with parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Choose the right ground meat: For the best meatballs, use a combination of ground beef and ground pork. This will give you a juicy and flavorful meatball.
  • Don't overmix the meatball mixture: Overmixing the meatball mixture will make the meatballs tough. Mix the ingredients just until they are combined.
  • Use fresh bread crumbs: Fresh bread crumbs will help to keep the meatballs moist. If you don't have fresh bread crumbs, you can use store-bought bread crumbs.
  • Brown the meatballs before cooking them in the crock pot: Browning the meatballs will give them a nice flavor and help to keep them from falling apart.
  • Use a good quality brown gravy mix: The brown gravy mix is what will give your meatballs their flavor. Choose a brand that you like the taste of.
  • Cook the meatballs on low heat: Cooking the meatballs on low heat will help to keep them moist and tender.
  • Serve the meatballs with your favorite sides: Meatballs are a great main course dish. Serve them with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta.

Conclusion:

Crock pot meatballs in brown gravy are a delicious and easy-to-make meal. They are perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual party. With a few simple tips, you can make the best crock pot meatballs in brown gravy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try.

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