Slow Cooker Meatballs | Tender Slow Cooker Meatball Recipe
These easy Slow Cooker Meatballs are tender, juicy, and full of savory flavor. Simmered in sauce, they are ideal for dinner and parties.
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Servings: 16 meatballs
Calories: 96kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground Beef
- 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs
- 1 Egg
- 1/3 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- 2 cloves Garlic minced
- 1/3 cup Onion minced
- 1 1/2 tsp Italian Seasoning
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Ground Black Pepper
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- 24 ounces Marinara Sauce
- Parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Mix the Meatball Mixture. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, finely chopped onion, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until everything is just combined. Be careful not to overmix, which can make the meatballs dense.
- Shape the Meatballs. Roll the mixture into evenly sized meatballs. Keeping them roughly the same size helps them cook evenly.
- Brown if Desired. For extra flavor, you can quickly brown the meatballs in a skillet with a little olive oil before adding them to the slow cooker. This step is optional, but it gives them a deeper savory taste.
- Add Sauce to the Slow Cooker. Pour a little marinara sauce into the bottom of the slow cooker. Add the meatballs in a single layer if possible, then pour the remaining sauce over the top.
- Cook Low and Slow. Cover and cook on LOW for 5 to 6 hours or on HIGH for 2 1/2 to 3 hours, until the meatballs are fully cooked and tender.
- Garnish and Serve. Top with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan if desired. Serve warm over pasta, with bread, or as an appetizer.
Nutrition
Calories: 96kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 5g | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g