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Crowd Pleasing Tender Crockpot

Crowd Pleasing Tender Crockpot: 2-Hour Miracle

  • Author: Ennas Lopez
  • Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These crowd-pleasing tender crockpot meatballs are juicy, flavorful, and melt-in-your-mouth tender. They are perfect for game days, potlucks, or family dinners, offering an effortless and delicious comfort food experience.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 lbs ground beef
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp dried basil
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 (24 oz) jars marinara sauce

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, onion, salt, black pepper, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes (if using). Mix gently until just incorporated.
  2. Form the mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs.
  3. Pour 1 cup of marinara sauce into the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker.
  4. Arrange the meatballs in a single layer over the sauce.
  5. Pour the remaining marinara sauce evenly over the meatballs.
  6. Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours, or until meatballs are cooked through and tender.
  7. Gently stir to coat all meatballs with sauce. Serve hot.

Notes

  • For richer flavor, you can sear the meatballs before placing them in the slow cooker.
  • Use a cookie scoop for uniform meatball sizes.
  • These meatballs can be made ahead and freeze well.
  • Variations include BBQ, Turkey/Chicken, or Spicy Asian meatballs.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4-5 hours
  • Category: Main Dish, Appetizer
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 340 calories
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 0mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 16g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 26g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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