Best 6 Tender Crock Pot Meatballs Sauce Recipes

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CROCK POT MEATBALLS AND SAUCE



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This is from the thrifty fun newsletter, and it's awesome. I tried it on the stove top, and it couldn't have been easier or tastier. If you like big, juicy meatballs in a mildly spicy tomato sauce, this is for you.

Provided by Terri Newell

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 6h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 lbs ground beef
1 1/4 cups Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
1/4 cup fresh parsley or 1 tablespoon dried parsley
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 medium onions, diced or 1 teaspoon dried onion flakes
1 egg, lightly beaten
28 ounces pasta sauce
16 ounces crushed tomatoes
14 ounces tomato puree

Steps:

  • Mix first six ingredients.
  • Form 16 balls.
  • Mix remaining ingredients in crock pot.
  • Add raw meatballs, stir very gently to coat.
  • Cover and cook on LOW 6-8 hours.
  • Note -- I simmered on the stove top 3 hours instead of using my crock pot -- it was too small!
  • Serve over spaghetti.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 504.4, Fat 22.7, SaturatedFat 7.7, Cholesterol 112.6, Sodium 1345.3, Carbohydrate 45.1, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 20, Protein 30.2

TENDER CROCK POT MEATBALLS & SAUCE



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These are easy to make, and soooo delicious! There is no need to brown the meatballs first, so the recipe is fuss-free! I often prepare this when I'm expecting company, as a batch goes a long way. Serve with spaghetti and some fresh-baked bread, and you're all set! If desired, use half and freeze half for later use. (Just thaw overnight, and heat through before serving.)

Provided by truebrit

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 8h20m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 (26 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 1/2 lbs ground beef
1 cup fresh breadcrumb
1 egg
1/2 tablespoon dried onion flakes
1/2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Combine sauce ingredients in crock pot, stirring well.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the meatball ingredients.
  • Form into balls, and drop into sauce.
  • (Pat first layer down into the sauce before adding another layer).
  • Place lid on crock pot, and cook on low for about 8 hours.
  • Skim grease from surface with a ladle, then stir before serving.

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 CHICKEN MEATBALLS IN TOMATO SAUCE



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These slow cooker meatballs are Italian style but with a twist, ground chicken instead of beef. Serve over pasta of your choice or use the meatballs and sauce to make a sub. Leftover sauce freezes well.

Provided by Bren

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 2h50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 17

5 cups crushed and strained tomatoes (such as Aurora®)
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1 pinch red pepper flakes
ground black pepper to taste
1 pound lean ground chicken
1 large egg
½ cup fresh bread crumbs
½ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup grated onion
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 large clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon salt
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Prepare the sauce by whisking tomatoes, basil, parsley, oregano, salt, red pepper flakes, and black pepper in a slow cooker. Adjust heat to High.
  • Combine ground chicken, egg, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, onion, olive oil, parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl. Use your hands to gently mix together. Roll into 1 1/2-inch balls and place into the sauce. Use a spoon to cover the meatballs with sauce; do not stir.
  • Place the lid on the slow cooker and drape a thick kitchen towel over it. Cook on High for 2 1/2 hours until meatballs are cooked through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368.5 calories, Carbohydrate 27.9 g, Cholesterol 121.1 mg, Fat 13.4 g, Fiber 6.6 g, Protein 37.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 1559.4 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

SLOW-COOKER SPANISH MEATBALLS



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Take a family favorite to new heights: Hot smoked paprika gives meatballs deep flavor and low, slow cooking ensures they're extra tender.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes     Ground Pork Recipes

Time 5h30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pounds ground pork
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped (about 3/4 cup)
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons hot smoked paprika
5 tablespoons plain dried breadcrumbs
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Coarse salt and ground pepper
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes
Rustic bread (optional), for serving

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine pork, 1/4 cup onion, cumin, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, breadcrumbs, eggs, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper. With a wooden spoon, gently mix to combine and, using your hands, roll into 25 meatballs (each 1 1/2 inches wide).
  • In a large nonstick skillet, heat 1 1/2 tablespoons oil over medium-high. In 2 batches, brown meatballs on all sides, 8 minutes per batch. Transfer meatballs to a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker. Add remaining onion to skillet; cook until fragrant, 2 minutes. Transfer onion to slow cooker, along with 1 teaspoon paprika and tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper. Cook on low until meatballs are tender, 5 hours. Serve with rustic bread if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 346 g, Fat 24 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 24 g

SLOW-COOKER MEATBALL SANDWICHES



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Our approach to meatball sandwiches is a simple one: Cook the meatballs low and slow, load them into hoagie buns, and top them with provolone and pepperoncini. -Stacie Nicholls, Spring Creek, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 3h5m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 packages (12 ounces each) frozen fully cooked Italian meatballs, thawed
2 jars (24 ounces each) marinara sauce
8 hoagie buns, split
8 slices provolone cheese
Sliced pepperoncini, optional

Steps:

  • Place meatballs and sauce in a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low 3-4 hours or until meatballs are heated through. , On each bun bottom, layer cheese, meatballs and, if desired, pepperoncini; replace tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 526 calories, Fat 20g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 93mg cholesterol, Sodium 1674mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

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