Slow Cooker Italian Stuffed Meatballs Recipe

Name: Slow Cooker Italian Stuffed Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb Ground beef; 1 lb Hot Italian sausage; 1 cup bread crumbs; 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese; 1 tbsp garlic powder; 1 tbsp Italian seasoning; 2 large eggs (beaten); 1 1/2 cup fresh parsley (chopped); 8 oz mozzarella cheese (1/4 in cubes); 1 can Your favorite pasta sauce; 2 bay leaf

Servings: persons

1
Remove the casing from the sausage.
2
In a large mixing bowl mix all first 9 ingredients.
3
Mix with hands until well integrated.
4
Roll into round balls then place cubed mozzarella into ball then continue to roll until cheese is covered and balls look uniform.
5
Place one layer of meatballs in slow cooker set on high then pour half of the sauce over them
6
Place the rest of the meatballs inside and cover with remaining sauce
7
Put in bay leaves cover and let cook for 2:30 - 3hrs on high
8
Remove bay leaves and enjoy

981

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb Ground beef, 1 lb Hot Italian sausage, 1 cup bread crumbs, 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, and more.

Yes, Slow Cooker Italian Stuffed Meatballs falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Slow Cooker Italian Stuffed Meatballs

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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