Crock Pot French Onion Meatballs

Here’s a delicious Crock Pot French Onion Meatballs recipe—perfect for a cozy dinner or an easy party dish:

🧅 Crock Pot French Onion Meatballs

🍽️ Servings: 6–8

⏱️ Cook Time: 3–4 hours on HIGH or 6–8 hours on LOW

🧾 Ingredients:

• 1 (32 oz) bag frozen meatballs (beef, turkey, or plant-based)

• 2 tablespoons butter

• 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced

• 1 (10.5 oz) can French onion soup (like Campbell’s)

• 1 cup beef broth

• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1 teaspoon dried thyme (optional)

• Salt & black pepper, to taste

• 1 ½ cups shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese (mozzarella is a good substitute)

🔪 Instructions:

1. Caramelize the Onions (Optional but Recommended):

   • In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter.

   • Add sliced onions and cook 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and soft.

   • You can skip this step if you’re short on time, but it adds amazing flavor.

2. Assemble in Crock Pot:

   • Add frozen meatballs, caramelized onions, French onion soup, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, thyme (if using), salt, and pepper to the slow cooker.

   • Stir gently to combine.

3. Cook:

   • Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours until meatballs are heated through and flavors are well blended.

4. Cheesy Topping:

   • 15–30 minutes before serving, sprinkle shredded cheese over the top.

   • Cover and let cheese melt completely.

🍴 Serving Suggestions:

• Serve over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or toasted French bread slices (like an open-faced sandwich).

• Garnish with chopped parsley or extra cheese if desired.