Crock Pot Beef Meatballs

This Crock Pot Beef Meatballs recipe is a rich and savory dish, which uses ground beef and Italian seasoned bread crumbs. It’s the ultimate comfort food recipe, ready in about 8 hours and 10 minutes.

Crock Pot Beef Meatballs Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
• 1 1/4 cups Italian seasoned bread crumbs
• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 1 (28 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
• 1 (16 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
• 1 (14.25 ounce) can tomato puree

How To Make Crock Pot Beef Meatballs

1. Mix the meatball ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, bread crumbs, onion, garlic, parsley, and beaten egg. Mix until evenly combined.
2. Shape into meatballs: Form the mixture into 16 equal-sized meatballs.
3. Prepare the sauce: In the slow cooker, combine the spaghetti sauce, crushed tomatoes, and tomato puree. Stir to blend.
4. Add meatballs to sauce: Gently place the meatballs into the sauce mixture in the slow cooker.
5. Cook low and slow: Cover and cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours until the meatballs are fully cooked and tender.

Recipe Tips

• Can I use ground turkey instead of beef? Yes, but adjust cook time as needed since turkey may dry out faster.
• Do I need to brown the meatballs first? No, they cook fully in the sauce and stay extra moist this way.
• How to make them spicier: Add crushed red pepper flakes or a pinch of cayenne to the meat mixture or sauce.
• Can I freeze these meatballs? Yes, freeze cooked meatballs in sauce for up to 3 months.
• Best way to serve them: Over pasta, in sub sandwiches, or alongside roasted veggies.

What To Serve With Crock Pot Beef Meatballs

These meatballs go perfectly with:

• Spaghetti or other pasta
• Garlic bread or cheesy breadsticks
• A crisp Caesar salad
• Zucchini noodles or spaghetti squash for a low-carb option
• Rice or mashed potatoes for a hearty twist

How To Store Beef Meatballs

Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container with sauce for up to 4 days.

Freeze: Freeze cooked meatballs in sauce for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge and reheat on the stove or microwave.

Beef Meatballs Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 925
• Total Fat: 53g
• Saturated Fat: 20g
• Cholesterol: 149mg
• Sodium: 2012mg
• Carbohydrates: 73g
• Fiber: 11g
• Protein: 41g
• Iron: 10mg
• Potassium: 1847mg

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Can I make these meatballs ahead of time?
Yes, shape the meatballs a day in advance and refrigerate until ready to cook.

Will the meatballs fall apart in the crockpot?
Not if you pack them firmly and avoid stirring too often during cooking.

Can I double this recipe?
Yes, but make sure your slow cooker is large enough to handle the volume.

Do I need to stir the sauce while cooking?
No need—just let it simmer undisturbed.

Can I add cheese to the meatballs?
Yes, mixing in grated Parmesan adds great flavor.

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• Crock Pot Beef Three Packet Roast
• Crock Pot Beef Pepper Steak
• Crock Pot Beef Bolognese