Description

Get ready to fall in love with these Crockpot Meatballs—a no-fuss, deeply satisfying dish that brings bold flavor with very little effort. This easy recipe combines juicy homemade meatballs with a rich, savory sauce that simmers slowly to perfection in your crockpot. Perfect for busy weeknights, game days, or dinner parties, this easy dinner idea is the definition of comfort food. Whether you serve them over pasta, mashed potatoes, or tucked into subs, they’ll be the star of any meal. Great for quick breakfasts (leftover style!), hearty lunch prep, or family-style dinner ideas, these meatballs are sure to please everyone at the table.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb ground beef

1/2 lb ground pork

1/2 cup breadcrumbs

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1/4 cup milk

1 large egg

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 small onion, finely grated or minced

1 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

1 tsp dried oregano

1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

2 cups marinara or pasta sauce

1/4 cup BBQ sauce

1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

1 tsp Italian seasoning

1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, milk, egg, garlic, onion, salt, pepper, oregano, and parsley. Mix gently until combined.

2. Form into 1 to 1.5-inch meatballs using a cookie scoop or hands. Place on a tray.

3. (Optional) Brown the meatballs in a skillet over medium heat, about 1–2 minutes per side.

4. In a bowl, mix marinara, BBQ sauce, Worcestershire, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.

5. Spread a bit of sauce in the crockpot. Layer meatballs and pour remaining sauce over top.

6. Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours or HIGH for 2.5–3 hours, until fully cooked.

7. Serve hot over mashed potatoes, pasta, rice, or in sub rolls. Garnish as desired.

Notes

Don’t overmix the meat—handle it lightly for the best texture.

Browning the meatballs adds extra flavor but can be skipped.

For extra moisture, add a splash of broth if reheating leftovers.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 4 meatballs
Calories: 310
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 620mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 21g
Cholesterol: 75mg

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