Frozen Meatballs In Slow Cooker
Turn an ordinary weeknight into a fiesta with Slow Cooker Enchilada Meatballs. Frozen meatballs simmer slowly in a bold enchilada sauce until every bite is rich, saucy, and packed with flavor.
If there are meatballs at a party or gameday, that’s where I will be. I can’t turn down a saucy meatball on a toothpick.
Why Cook Meatballs In A Crockpot?
There’s something wonderfully comforting about a pot of meatballs simmering away in a rich, savory sauce. Even better? You don’t have to stand over the stove to make it happen.
Whether you’re feeding a hungry family or preparing food for a crowd, frozen meatballs make this recipe wonderfully convenient. Keep a bag in the freezer, and you’ll always have the makings of an easy, satisfying meal.
They’re also perfect for meal prep. Make a big batch and refrigerate. When you need a satisfying homemade meal in a hurry, these meatballs are ready to save the day.
Ingredient Tips: For an extra layer of flavor, stir in diced green chiles or a spoonful of salsa. You can also choose mild or spicy enchilada sauce depending on your taste. Use your preferred frozen meatballs.
Serving Tips: These meatballs can be served straight from the slow cooker with toothpicks for an easy party appetizer. For dinner, spoon them over steamed rice, cilantro-lime rice, or crushed tortilla chips.
Storage Tips: Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator. Eat within 3 days.
More Meatballs For Your Parties: Meatballs In Onion Gravy, Baked Italian Meatballs, Saucy Asian Meatballs
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Table of Contents
Slow Cooker Enchilada Meatballs
Ingredients
- 32 oz bag of frozen meatballs
- 2 15 oz cans of red enchilada sauce
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ¼ teaspoon chili powder
- 8 oz bag of Mexican cheese blend
- Chopped cilantro for garnishing optional
Instructions
- Add frozen meatballs to the bottom of a 4 or 6 quart slow cooker.
- Top with enchilada sauce and seasonings. Toss well to mix.
- Cook on high for 2 hours or on low for 3-4 hours stirring occasionally.
- 30 minutes from the completed cooking time, add cheese to the slow cooker and mix well.
- Cook for an additional 30 minutes before serving.
- Serve meatballs with a toothpick as an appetizer or with white rice as a main dish.
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