Description
Crockpot Mississippi Meatballs are a true Southern delight that bring together the bold, comforting flavors of the region in a deliciously simple dish. With minimal prep work and the convenience of slow cooking, you can enjoy this saucy, tangy masterpiece any day of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pound frozen homestyle meatballs
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 packet au jus gravy mix
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup pepperoncini juice
- 1/2 cup pepperoncini peppers
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Place the frozen meatballs in the bottom of your slow cooker.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the ranch seasoning, au jus mix, beef broth, and pepperoncini juice until well combined.
- Pour this flavorful sauce over the meatballs, making sure to coat them evenly.
- Top the meatballs with pats of unsalted butter and scatter the pepperoncini peppers over the top.
- Cover the slow cooker and let the meatballs simmer on low for 3 to 4 hours (or on high for 2 to 3 hours), stirring occasionally to ensure the sauce thickens and the flavors meld together.
Notes
Serve over mashed potatoes or rice, or in slider buns. Pair with coleslaw or a green salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 22 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 25 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 milligrams