Description
Slow Cooker Creamy Swedish Meatballs are a comforting, savory dish that envelops your taste buds in rich flavors. Tender meatballs simmer in a luscious cream sauce, enhanced by aromatic spices and herbs, making it perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. Serve these delightful meatballs over egg noodles, mashed potatoes, or rice for a satisfying meal that warms the soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian)
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup full-fat sour cream
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
- (Optional) In a skillet over medium heat, brown the meatballs on all sides for about 5 minutes.
- Place the meatballs in a slow cooker and add beef broth and Dijon mustard. Stir to combine.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until tender.
- About 30 minutes before serving, stir in sour cream and cook uncovered to thicken.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Swedish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball with sauce (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg