Best 5 Meatballs In Crock Pot Recipes

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Meatballs in a crock pot are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The slow-cooking process of the crock pot allows the meatballs to become tender and flavorful, while the sauce simmers and thickens to perfection. Whether you're looking for a weeknight dinner option or a hearty dish to serve at a party, meatballs in a crock pot are sure to please everyone at the table. With a variety of recipes to choose from, you can easily customize the dish to your liking, making it a versatile and crowd-pleasing meal.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY SLOW COOKER MEATBALLS



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This is an easy recipe that can be prepared in a slow cooker for a great hot meal at the end of the day. Serve with hot cooked spaghetti noodles.

Provided by HUNNIE0913

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 8h20m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½ pounds ground beef
1 ¼ cups Italian seasoned bread crumbs
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
1 egg, beaten
1 (28 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
1 (16 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 (14.25 ounce) can tomato puree

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix the ground beef, bread crumbs, parsley, garlic, onion, and egg. Shape the mixture into 16 meatballs.
  • In a slow cooker, mix the spaghetti sauce, crushed tomatoes, and tomato puree. Place the meatballs into the sauce mixture. Cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179.1 calories, Carbohydrate 18.2 g, Cholesterol 38.5 mg, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 10.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 502.9 mg, Sugar 6.2 g

SLOW-COOKER SPAGHETTI & MEATBALLS



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I've been cooking for 50 years, and this dish is still one that guests request frequently. It is my No. 1 standby recipe and also makes amazing meatball sandwiches. The sauce works for any type of pasta. -Jane Whittaker, Pensacola, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 5h50m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan and Romano cheese blend
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 pounds ground beef
SAUCE:
1 large onion, finely chopped
1 medium green pepper, finely chopped
3 cans (15 ounces each) tomato sauce
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon each dried basil, oregano and parsley flakes
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Hot cooked spaghetti

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix bread crumbs, cheese, pepper and salt; stir in eggs. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. In a large skillet, brown meatballs in batches over medium heat; drain., Place the first 5 sauce ingredients in a 6-qt. slow cooker; stir in garlic and seasonings. Add meatballs, stirring gently to coat. Cook, covered, on low 5-6 hours, until meatballs are cooked through., Remove bay leaves. Serve with spaghetti.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 79mg cholesterol, Sodium 1116mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

CROCK POT® PARTY MEATBALLS



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This is my most requested party recipe. People go crazy for these meatballs, and there is never a single one leftover at the end of a party or tailgate. The best part (aside from them being delicious) is that they are sooo easy to make!

Provided by fabeveryday

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Meat and Poultry     Meatball Appetizer Recipes

Time 3h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (2 pound) bag frozen cooked meatballs
1 (14.5 ounce) can whole berry cranberry sauce
1 (12 ounce) bottle tomato-based chili sauce
½ lemon, juiced
2 drops hot sauce (such as Tabasco®), or more to taste

Steps:

  • Place frozen meatballs into a slow cooker. Add cranberry sauce, chili sauce, lemon juice, and hot sauce. Stir to distribute sauce evenly over meatballs.
  • Cook on High until meatballs are completely thawed and hot, about 3 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320.4 calories, Carbohydrate 27.3 g, Cholesterol 94.3 mg, Fat 14.6 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 19.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 210.4 mg, Sugar 12.9 g

CREAMY MEATBALLS CROCK POT



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Haven't made this one yet. The recipe does not specify the size or number of meatballs, so I'm estimating this makes about 40. Looks delicious!

Provided by yooper

Categories     Vegetable

Time 2h15m

Yield 40 meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 cup butter
1 medium onion, chopped
2 lbs ground beef
2 eggs
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon tarragon
1/4 teaspoon marjoram
2 1/2 tablespoons flour
5 1/2 tablespoons tomato paste
3/4 cup beef stock
4 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons vinegar
1/2 lb mushroom, sliced
1 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Saute the onion in half the butter until golden brown.
  • Put the onion in the crock pot.
  • Mix together the beef, eggs, salt and pepper.
  • Form into meatballs, and brown in the same pan the onions were cooked inches.
  • Sprinkle on a mixture made of the flour, tarragon and marjoram.
  • Shake the fry pan to turn the meatballs and coat them with the flour mixture.
  • Put into the crock pot.
  • Mix together the tomato paste, beef stock, Worcestershire sauce and the vinegar in the fry pan, scraping the bottom of the pan.
  • Cook for 2 minutes.
  • Pour over meatballs.
  • cover and cook on LOW 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
  • Melt remaining butter and saute the mushrooms.
  • Add the mushrooms and the sour cream to the meatballs and heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81.8, Fat 6, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 31.6, Sodium 125.9, Carbohydrate 1.7, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.6, Protein 5.1

EASY CROCKPOT MEATBALLS AND GRAVY (SLOW COOKER)



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An easy crockpot meal that my family enjoys. You can easily change this up depending on your mood. I have added fresh mushrooms and cooked onions to the mixture and enjoyed it that way too.

Provided by bmcnichol

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 3h5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 lbs cooked meatballs
1 (10 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 cup water
1 (1 1/4 ounce) package turkey gravy mix
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
2 bay leaves

Steps:

  • Place meatballs in crockpot.
  • Add soup, water, dry gravy mix, thyme and bay leaves.
  • Cover crockpot and cook on low 3-4 hours on low.
  • Discard bay leaves.
  • We like to serve over egg noodles.

Tips:

  • Choose the right type of meat. Ground beef is the most common choice for meatballs, but you can also use ground turkey, pork, chicken, or lamb. If you're using a leaner meat, like turkey or chicken, you may want to add some bread crumbs or grated Parmesan cheese to help bind the meatballs together.
  • Season the meatballs well. Use a combination of herbs and spices to flavor the meatballs, such as garlic, onion, parsley, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. You can also add some grated Parmesan cheese or bread crumbs for extra flavor.
  • Brown the meatballs before cooking them in the crock pot. This will help to seal in the juices and prevent the meatballs from becoming dry. You can brown the meatballs in a skillet over medium heat or in the oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Use a low-sodium broth or water in the crock pot. This will help to prevent the meatballs from becoming too salty.
  • Cook the meatballs on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. The meatballs are done cooking when they are cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
  • Serve the meatballs with your favorite sauce. You can use a simple tomato sauce, a creamy Alfredo sauce, or a spicy buffalo sauce. You can also serve the meatballs with mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta.

Conclusion:

Meatballs are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal or for a special occasion dinner. With so many different recipes to choose from, there is sure to be a meatball recipe that everyone will love.

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