Description

Warm, rich, and full of nostalgic flavor, these Salisbury Steak Meatballs are everything you love about comfort food in one skillet. Juicy meatballs are simmered in a homemade onion-mushroom gravy, making this dish an irresistible option for a quick dinner, easy recipe for meal prep, or cozy family gathering. Whether you’re craving hearty dinner ideas, weeknight meal inspiration, or simply need food ideas for a chilly evening—this is a recipe you’ll come back to again and again.

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef

1/2 cup breadcrumbs

1/4 cup milk

1 large egg

1/2 cup onion, finely chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1 tablespoon olive oil or butter

2 tablespoons butter

1 large onion, thinly sliced

1 cup mushrooms, sliced (optional)

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

2 cups beef broth

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

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

2. Form the mixture into 1 1/2-inch meatballs.

3. Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown meatballs on all sides. Remove and set aside.

4. In the same skillet, sauté the sliced onion (and mushrooms if using) until soft and golden, about 5-7 minutes.

5. Sprinkle in the flour and stir to coat the onions. Cook for 1-2 minutes.

6. Add the butter, then slowly whisk in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Simmer until the gravy thickens.

7. Return the meatballs to the skillet. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes until fully cooked and the gravy is rich and smooth.

8. Serve hot over mashed potatoes, noodles, or your favorite side.

Notes

For extra tenderness, don’t overmix the meatball mixture.

You can skip the mushrooms if you’re not a fan—they’re optional but traditional.

Leftovers reheat wonderfully—just warm over low heat with a splash of broth if needed.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: About 3–5 meatballs with sauce
Calories: 385
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 560mg
Fat: 23g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0.5g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 27g
Cholesterol: 110mg

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