Easy Skillet Meatballs Gravy

Transform your weeknight dinners with this comforting recipe for Easy Skillet Meatballs Gravy! Juicy, tender meatballs are crafted from perfectly seasoned ground beef and breadcrumbs, then simmered in a rich, velvety beef gravy that’s made entirely in one skillet. With just 15 minutes of prep time and simple pantry ingredients like Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and optional heavy cream for added indulgence, this dish is both quick and luxuriously flavorful. Serve these savory meatballs over fluffy mashed potatoes, pasta, or rice, and garnish with fresh parsley for a homestyle meal the whole family will love. Perfect for busy nights, this one-pan wonder brings hearty comfort food to your table in just 40 minutes, leaving you with minimal cleanup and maximum satisfaction.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tablespoons Milk
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 2 cups Beef broth
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons Heavy cream (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently with your hands until just combined, being careful not to overwork the mixture.

Step 2

Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs, aiming for uniform size. You should have about 20-24 meatballs.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in a single layer and cook for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the butter to the skillet. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is golden and bubbly.

Step 5

Gradually pour in the beef broth while whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Stir in the Worcestershire sauce and bring the gravy to a simmer. Cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the gravy thickens.

Step 6

Return the meatballs to the skillet, spooning the gravy over them. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes to ensure the meatballs are fully cooked.

Step 7

For a creamier gravy, stir in the heavy cream just before serving.

Step 8

Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot over mashed potatoes, pasta, or rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1193.7 grams (1193.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1999

Total Fat 155.60g	199%
Saturated Fat 61.00g	305%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.70g
Cholesterol 639mg	213%
Sodium 5503mg	239%
Total Carbohydrate 61.80g	22%
Dietary Fiber 3.30g	12%
Total Sugars 6.80g
Protein 100.20g	200%

Vitamin D 67IU	334%
Calcium 217mg	17%
Iron 15mg	82%
Potassium 1610mg	34%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 68.4%

Protein: 19.6%

Carbs: 12.1%