Name: Slow Cooker Meatball Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 4 h 40 min
Total time: 4 h 55 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: Frozen meatballs (beef or turkey); 2 cups uncooked short pasta (penne or rotini); 1 jar marinara sauce; 1 cup chicken or beef broth; 1 tsp Italian seasoning; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp onion powder; 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese; 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese; Fresh basil or parsley (optional); Salt and pepper to taste

Description

Slow Cooker Meatball Casserole recipe features frozen meatballs, uncooked pasta, marinara sauce, broth, Italian seasoning, and melted mozzarella + Parmesan. A cozy, easy slow-cooked meal with rich, comforting flavor.

Ingredients

Frozen Meatballs

Pasta

Marinara Sauce

Chicken or Beef Broth

Italian Seasoning

Garlic Powder & Onion Powder

Shredded Mozzarella Cheese

Parmesan Cheese

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Instructions

Spray the inside of your slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray.

Add frozen meatballs, marinara sauce, and water or broth. Stir to combine.

Cover and cook on LOW for 4 hours.

Stir in the uncooked pasta. Make sure the pasta is fully covered in sauce.

Cover again and cook on HIGH for 30–40 minutes, or until pasta is tender.

Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the top.

Cover and cook for another 10–15 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley, if using.

Prep Time: 15 min
Cook Time: 4 hours 40 min
Category: Main Dish
Method: Crock Pot
Cuisine: American