Easy Crock Pot Meatballs Recipe
Effortlessly prepare tender crock pot meatballs using frozen meatballs and a sweet cherry preserve glaze for a delicious appetizer.
Ingredients
- 12 oz frozen meatballs
- 3 tbsp butter (melted)
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 20 oz beef broth
- 1/4 cup cherry preserves
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Open the bag and dump the frozen meatballs directly into your slow cooker.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter. Add the flour, then microwave on high for 1 minute. Whisk well.
- Microwave for 1 more minute, whisk again, then microwave for a final minute until bubbly to create a smooth roux.
- Carefully whisk in the beef broth until completely smooth. Add the cherry preserves, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, and black pepper. Whisk until combined.
- Pour the prepared sauce evenly over the frozen meatballs in the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours, or until the meatballs are heated through and the sauce is deliciously thickened.
- Just before serving, gently stir in the sour cream until fully incorporated for a rich, creamy finish. Keep warm until ready to serve.
Notes
- For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the other seasonings.
- If you prefer a smoother sauce, blend the sauce ingredients before adding to the slow cooker.
- Serve over rice, noodles, or with crusty bread for a complete meal. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.
- If you prefer a smoother sauce, blend the sauce ingredients before adding to the slow cooker.
- Serve over rice, noodles, or with crusty bread for a complete meal. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.