Description
Juicy, flavorful meatballs cooked slowly in a savory French onion sauce, combining tender sautéed onions with rich beef broth and melted Swiss cheese. This easy crockpot recipe is perfect for an effortless family dinner or entertaining guests with minimal prep and maximum flavor.
Ingredients
Meatballs
- 1 bag (32 oz) frozen or homemade meatballs
French Onion Sauce
- 2 large onions, sliced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 packet onion soup mix
Topping
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
Instructions
- Sauté Onions: In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and add the sliced onions. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions become golden brown and caramelized, about 10-15 minutes. This step builds the rich base flavor for the sauce.
- Combine in Crockpot: Transfer the sautéed onions into the crockpot. Add the meatballs, onion soup mix, and beef broth. Stir gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Slow Cook: Cover the crockpot with a lid and cook on Low for 6 hours or on High for 3 hours. This slow cooking process tenderizes the meatballs and allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Add Cheese and Serve: About 10 minutes before serving, sprinkle the shredded Swiss cheese over the meatballs. Cover the crockpot again to let the cheese melt. Serve hot, ideally over mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta.
Notes
- Use turkey meatballs instead of beef for a lighter version of the dish.
- This recipe pairs wonderfully with mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta to soak up the flavorful sauce.
- For extra richness, add a splash of dry white wine while sautéing the onions.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently in a microwave or on the stovetop.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
