Description

Looking for a quick dinner idea that delivers both comfort and flavor? These Salisbury Steak Meatballs are juicy, tender bites simmered in a rich onion gravy—perfect for cozy nights or hearty easy dinner meals. Serve them over mashed potatoes, noodles, or veggies for a dish that pleases every palate. Ideal for family dinners, meal prep, or even freezer-friendly weeknight cooking. One of those ultimate food ideas that never disappoints.

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef (80/20)

1/3 cup breadcrumbs

1 large egg

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

2 tablespoons ketchup

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1 medium yellow onion, sliced (for gravy)

2 tablespoons butter

2 cups beef broth

1 tablespoon cornstarch

2 tablespoons cold water (for slurry)

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Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.

2. Roll mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs.

3. Heat a skillet over medium heat with a bit of oil. Sear the meatballs on all sides until browned (about 6–8 minutes). Remove and set aside.

4. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté sliced onions over medium heat until soft and golden, about 10 minutes.

5. Add beef broth and bring to a simmer. Mix cornstarch with cold water to make a slurry and stir it into the skillet. Whisk until gravy thickens.

6. Return meatballs to skillet and simmer, covered, for 10–12 minutes until cooked through and infused with gravy.

7. Serve hot over mashed potatoes, noodles, or vegetables.

Notes

Don’t overmix the meatball mixture – it makes the meatballs tough. Mix until just combined.

Use the same skillet for gravy to retain all the flavor from searing the meatballs.

Make-ahead tip: Prepare and freeze meatballs (uncooked or seared) for up to 2 months.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 4–5 meatballs + gravy
Calories: 410
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 730mg
Fat: 27g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 105mg