Easy One Pot Swedish Meatballs With Egg Noodles
Craving comfort food? Look no further! These One Pot Swedish Meatballs are a total slam dunk. They’re super easy to make in one pot, and the creamy sauce is to die for. Serve with egg noodles for a hearty, satisfying meal that everyone will love. Ready in just 30 minutes!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Here are a few reasons why you’ll love these One Pot Swedish Meatballs:
- Convenience: It’s a one-pot meal, so there’s less cleanup.
- Speed: Ready in just 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Flavor: The creamy sauce is rich and satisfying.
- Comfort: It’s a classic comfort food that everyone will enjoy.
- Versatility: Serve with egg noodles, pasta, mashed potatoes, or rice.
Here’s What You Need
Meatball Ingredients
- ground beef – lean ground beef or ground sirloin.
Next time, try substituting ground turkey or ground bison for a leaner option. - ½ cup breadcrumbs – May substitute cornflakes or crackers.
- large eggs – acts as a binder.
In a hurry? Save yourself some time and substitute pre-made store-bought meatballs.
Sauce and Pasta Ingredients
- all purpose flour – May substitute cornstarch.
- heavy cream – May substitute sour cream, or ½ cup milk
- parmesan cheese (optional) – Parmesan cheese isn’t usually in Swedish meatballs, but we think it’s a tasty twist.
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities
Variations
Here are a few ideas to switch up your classic Swedish Meatball recipe:
- Creamy Dijon. Add a tablespoon or two of Dijon mustard to the sauce for a tangy kick.
- Spicy Kick. Stir in a teaspoon of red pepper flakes for a spicy twist.
- Mushroom Lovers. Sauté mushrooms before adding them to the sauce for a richer, earthier flavor.
- Protein Choice. Use ground turkey or ground bison for a leaner and healthier option.
- Cheesy Center. Add a small piece of cheese to the center of each meatball before cooking for a cheesy surprise.
- Use this recipe to make a tasty meatloaf or bite-sized meatballs for your next party!
How to Make One Pot Swedish Meatballs
This One Pot Swedish Meatballs dinner can be ready in 30 minutes. The prep time is around 10 minutes and the total cook time is approximately 20 minutes following these step-by-step instructions. So, you can have this delicious comfort food on the table fast!
First Make The Meatballs
Make them in 3 easy steps:
Step 1. Combine Ingredients. Place all meatball ingredients into a large bowl and mix them together until combined.
Step 2. Form Balls. Using a spoon or a small cookie scope take golf ball size of the meatball mixture and form 18 – 1 inch round balls.
Roll each ball around in the palm of your hand to smooth it into a round shape and set aside on a plate.
Step 3. Fry Them. Heat up a big skillet with some canola oil. Once it’s hot, carefully drop in the meatballs and let them brown on both sides. Then, pull them out and set them aside.
Make The Sauce
Step 4. Make A Roux. Put butter into the pan over medium heat and stir it around as it melts. Then add the flour and continue to stir as it bubbles for 3 minutes. This will cook out the taste of the flour.
Step 5. Add Broth. Continue stirring the roux while pouring in the beef broth. As you do this, gently lift the leftover bits and pan juices from frying off of the bottom of the pan and allow them to be incorporated into the roux.
These leftover bits and pan juices are full of flavor and make a great base for the sauce (pan gravy).
Step 6. Add Heavy Cream. Stir in a little bit of heavy cream and season with salt.
Add Meatballs and Pasta
Step 7. Add the Meatballs and Egg Noodles. Toss the meatballs and uncooked noodles into the pot with the sauce. Make sure the noodles are nestled down into the sauce so they cook all the way. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 8 minutes.
Finish
Step 8. Add Parmesan and Parsley. Stir in parmesan cheese and fresh minced parsley to finish the creamy sauce. And serve these delicious one pot Swedish meatballs right away. They’re best when served hot.
