Description
Swedish meatballs with frozen meatballs are a comforting and convenient dish that brings warmth to any gathering. This quick recipe features tender frozen meatballs enveloped in a rich, creamy gravy that?s perfect over mashed potatoes or egg noodles. With minimal prep time, you can enjoy a delicious meal that feels both indulgent and satisfying, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb frozen meatballs (beef, turkey, or chicken)
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat a large skillet over medium heat and melt the butter until bubbly.
- Add frozen meatballs directly to the skillet and brown them on all sides for about 5 minutes.
- Sprinkle flour over the browned meatballs, stirring continuously for one minute.
- Gradually pour in beef broth while whisking to remove lumps.
- Stir in sour cream and heavy cream until smooth. Season with onion powder, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
- Reduce heat and let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve warm over mashed potatoes or egg noodles, drizzling extra sauce on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Swedish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (220g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg