Best 9 Easy Cheesy Meatballs Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our easy cheesy meatballs, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. These bite-sized delights are crafted with a blend of ground beef, savory seasonings, and a touch of Parmesan cheese, enveloped in a rich and creamy tomato sauce. Prepare to be captivated by the burst of flavors in each bite, as the juicy meatballs harmoniously blend with the velvety sauce, creating an irresistible experience.

Our comprehensive guide features two variations of this classic dish: the classic cheesy meatballs and a tantalizing slow-cooker version. Whether you prefer the traditional stovetop method or the convenience of a slow cooker, we have you covered. Each recipe is meticulously detailed, ensuring culinary success for home cooks of all skill levels.

For those who love a hands-on approach, our classic cheesy meatballs recipe takes you through the process of crafting the meatballs from scratch, simmering them in a flavorful tomato sauce. The step-by-step instructions guide you through each stage, from mixing the meatball ingredients to shaping and cooking them to perfection. The result is a batch of tender, juicy meatballs that are bursting with flavor.

If you're seeking a fuss-free option, our slow-cooker cheesy meatballs recipe is your perfect match. Simply combine the ingredients in your slow cooker and let it work its magic. The slow cooking process infuses the meatballs with an incredible depth of flavor, resulting in melt-in-your-mouth tenderness.

No matter which recipe you choose, one bite of these cheesy meatballs will transport you to culinary heaven. Serve them as a hearty appetizer, a delectable main course with spaghetti or mashed potatoes, or as a crowd-pleasing party snack. So, gather your ingredients, follow our easy-to-follow instructions, and prepare to savor the ultimate cheesy meatball experience.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

IMPOSSIBLY EASY CHEESY MEATBALL PIE



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Frozen meatballs and veggies make this cheesy casserole even easier.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups refrigerated shredded hash brown potatoes (from 1-lb 4-oz bag)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup frozen sweet peas, thawed and drained
12 frozen meatballs (from 16-oz bag), thawed and cut in half
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (4 oz)
1/2 cup Original Bisquick™ mix
1 cup milk
2 eggs

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Spray 9-inch glass pie plate or deep-dish pie plate with cooking spray.
  • In small bowl, toss potatoes with salt and pepper. Layer potatoes, peas, meatballs and cheese in pie plate.
  • In medium bowl, stir Bisquick mix, milk and eggs with fork or wire whisk until blended. Pour into pie plate.
  • Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until center is set and top is golden brown. Let stand 5 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 155 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 840 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 1 g

CHEESE MEATBALLS



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I often rely on these rich, cheesy meatballs for party appetizers. Or I serve them alongside a tossed salad for a quick meal in minutes. -Rachel Frost, Tallula, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 35m

Yield about 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups (12 ounces) finely shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup biscuit/baking mix
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls. Place meatballs on a greased rack in a shallow baking pan. , Bake at 400° for 12-15 minutes or until the meat is no longer pink; drain.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148 calories, Fat 9g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 314mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 10g protein.

QUICK AND SIMPLE MEATBALLS



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Keep a batch of these meatballs in your freezer for an easy weeknight meal. This simple meatball recipe can be used for pizzas, sub sandwiches, in soups and more. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 24 meatballs.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 large eggs
1/4 cup water
1 small onion, finely chopped
1-1/3 cups soft bread crumbs
2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds ground beef

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, combine eggs, water, onion, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic and seasonings; mix well. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. Place meatballs on greased racks in shallow baking pans. Bake, uncovered, until no longer pink, 15-18 minutes. , Freeze option: Freeze cooled meatballs in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in the microwave.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276 calories, Fat 17g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 122mg cholesterol, Sodium 533mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 24g protein.

JUMBO CHEESY ITALIAN MEATBALLS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

Extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing
3 1/2 cups torn stale Italian bread (about 1/4 loaf)
1 cup whole milk
2 large eggs
2 pounds ground beef chuck
1 small bunch parsley, chopped(about 1 cup)
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 clove garlic, grated
Kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
4 mini mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
3 to 4 sprigs basil, plus chopped leaves for topping
Kosher salt
Ricotta cheese, for topping

Steps:

  • Make the meatballs: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and brush a baking sheet with olive oil. Pulse the bread in a food processor to make coarse crumbs. Transfer to a small bowl, add the milk and set aside to soak. Lightly beat the eggs in a large bowl, then add the beef, parsley, parmesan, garlic, 1 teaspoon salt and the red pepper flakes; mix with your hands to combine. Add the bread-milk mixture and mix until just combined (do not overmix).
  • Dampen your hands and shape the meat mixture into 4 large balls. Make an indentation in the center of each with your thumb and stuff with a mini mozzarella ball, then mold the meat around the cheese. Arrange the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet and bake until browned and firm, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, make the sauce: Heat the olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring, until the garlic softens, about 1 minute. Add the tomatoes, 1 cup water, the basil sprigs and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer until thickened, about 30 minutes.
  • Remove the meatballs from the oven and add to the sauce, spooning some of the sauce on top. Continue cooking, occasionally spooning the sauce over the meatballs, until tender and cooked through, about 6 minutes. Serve with ricotta and chopped basil.
  • You can form all of these meatballs a day ahead; cover and refrigerate until ready to cook.

HOT AND CHEESY BAKED MEATBALLS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 3 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

One 24-ounce jar arrabbiata pasta sauce
1/2 cup sliced hot cherry peppers
12 store-bought spicy Italian meatballs (from the meat counter)
1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
One 8-ounce log fresh mozzarella, cut into 12 slices
8 to 12 fresh basil leaves, torn
Crusty bread, salad leaves and Italian salad dressing, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Add the arrabbiata sauce to a 12-inch cast-iron skillet and top with the peppers. Add the meatballs, then bake until the meatballs are cooked through, 18 to 20 minutes. Remove the meatballs from the oven, then turn the oven to the broiler setting.
  • Sprinkle the crushed red pepper flakes over the meatballs, then lay a slice of mozzarella over the top of each meatball. Place under the broiler for 3 to 4 minutes to melt the cheese, watching closely so that nothing burns. Scatter over the torn basil.
  • Serve with crusty bread and a dressed salad.

SUNNY'S EASY CHEESY MEATBALL SUB CASSEROLE



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Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Nonstick cooking spray, for the baking dish
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, cored, seeded and diced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Half a 32-ounce bag frozen store-bought meatballs, defrosted and sliced in half
One 32-ounce jar marinara sauce
Two 8-ounce bags Italian cheese blend
One 5-ounce bag garlic croutons, crushed

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and green pepper, then sprinkle with salt and pepper and saute until tender, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and Italian seasoning and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine the meatballs, marinara sauce and cheese. Add the cooked onion and pepper mixture. Mix to combine, then transfer to the prepared baking dish. Top with the crushed croutons. Bake until the cheese is melted and bubbling, 30 to 35 minutes. (If the topping starts to get too brown, loosely cover with foil toward the end of the bake.)

CHEESY MEATBALL SUBS



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Ree doctors up store-bought meatballs by stuffing them with cheese-a great way to add extra flavor to a shortcut ingredient.

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups good-quality marinara sauce
One 8-ounce block mozzarella
12 raw premade pork and beef meatballs (found at the meat counter in grocery stores)
8 tablespoons salted butter, softened
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
4 sub rolls
1/2 cup jarred banana peppers
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Pour the marinara sauce all over the bottom of a 9-by-13-inch baking dish.
  • Cut off one third of the mozzarella and cut the third into 12 small cubes. Grate the remaining mozzarella and set aside.
  • Stuff each meatball with a mozzarella cube, pinching and rolling each to seal the cheese in the center. Place the stuffed meatballs in the baking dish and bake until well browned and cooked through, 22 to 24 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, make the cheese sauce by melting 4 tablespoons butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the flour to make a roux, season with a pinch of salt and pepper and cook, whisking, for 1 minute. While constantly whisking, slowly add the milk. Add the shredded mozzarella and Parmesan, then stir until completely melted. Cover and keep warm until ready to serve.
  • Spread the insides of the rolls with the remaining 4 tablespoons butter. Toast them butter-side down on a large skillet or griddle until golden, 1 to 2 minutes. Set aside.
  • Add 3 meatballs to each of the toasted rolls. Top with a good amount of the cheese sauce, some banana peppers and a sprinkle of parsley to finish.

CHEESY MEATBALLS



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Can meatballs be lucky? My guys think so, and they want them for game time. My beef, sausage and cheese recipe has a big fan following. -Jill Hill, Dixon, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 5h

Yield about 9 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 large egg
1/2 cup 2% milk
2 tablespoons dried minced onion
4 tablespoons chili powder, divided
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups crushed Ritz crackers (about 1 sleeve)
2 pounds ground beef
1 pound bulk pork sausage
2 cups shredded process cheese (Velveeta)
1 can (26 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted
2-1/2 cups water
1 cup packed brown sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, whisk egg, milk, minced onion, 2 tablespoons chili powder, salt and pepper; stir in crushed crackers. Add beef, sausage and cheese; mix lightly but thoroughly., Shape mixture into 1-in. balls. Place meatballs on greased racks in 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Bake until browned, 15-18 minutes., Meanwhile, in a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker, combine soup, water, brown sugar and remaining chili powder. Gently stir in meatballs. Cook, covered, on low until meatballs are cooked through, 4-5 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 51 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 104mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CHEESY MEATBALL BAKE RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: ground beef, hot italian sausage, garlic, fresh parsley, parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, italian bread crumbs, eggs, milk, marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese

Provided by Hector Gomez

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 20 meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb ground beef
1 lb hot italian sausage
4 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup fresh parsley, chopped
½ cup parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
1 cup italian bread crumbs
2 eggs
1 cup milk
24 oz marinara sauce
2 cups mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, Italian sausage, garlic, parsley, parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, bread crumbs, eggs, and milk. Mix until everything is fully infused together.
  • Roll into 4-5 ounce (113-142 g) meatballs. For even amounts, use a medium-sized ice cream scooper.
  • Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  • Over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to a pan, and brown the meatballs on both sides for about 2-3 minutes or until you create a nice crispy sear. Cook about half way through. They will finish cooking in the oven.
  • In a casserole dish, spread a few tablespoons of marinara sauce to the bottom of the pan to help prevent sticking. Then place meatballs in the casserole dish and add the remaining jar of marinara sauce. Top with 2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese.
  • Cover in foil and bake at 425°F (220°C) for 25 minutes or until the cheese is fully melted and the meatballs are fully cooked.
  • Serve and garnish with parsley.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238 calories, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 16 grams, Sugar 2 grams

Tips:

  • For a crispy crust, use a mixture of bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese.
  • To keep the meatballs moist, add an egg and some milk to the meatball mixture.
  • Be sure to brown the meatballs in a pan before baking them in the oven.
  • For a cheesy filling, use a mixture of mozzarella and cheddar cheese.
  • Serve the meatballs with your favorite marinara sauce.

Conclusion:

These cheesy meatballs are a delicious and easy appetizer or main course. They are perfect for parties or potlucks, and they are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy recipe, give these cheesy meatballs a try. You won't be disappointed!

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