Best 2 Mozzarella Stuffed Slow Cooker Meatballs Recipes

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with our tantalizing Mozzarella-Stuffed Slow-Cooker Meatballs. These juicy and flavorful meatballs are crafted with a blend of ground beef, pork, and veal, seasoned to perfection and stuffed with gooey, melted mozzarella cheese. Simmered in a rich and savory tomato sauce, these meatballs become incredibly tender and bursting with flavor.

This recipe collection offers a variety of options to suit your taste preferences. From the classic Italian-inspired meatballs to unique variations like Asian-Style Meatballs with Sweet and Sour Sauce and Swedish Meatballs with Creamy Dill Sauce, there's something for every palate. Each recipe provides step-by-step instructions, cooking times, and ingredient lists to ensure your meatballs turn out perfectly every time.

Whether you're hosting a cozy dinner party or preparing a quick and easy weeknight meal, these slow-cooker meatballs are sure to be a hit. With minimal prep work and maximum flavor, they're the ultimate crowd-pleaser. So gather your ingredients, fire up your slow cooker, and let's embark on a culinary journey of meatball delight!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SLOW-COOKER MOZZARELLA STUFFED MEATBALLS RECIPE - (4.4/5)

Slow-Cooker Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by AzWench

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1-pound ground beef
1 cup bread crumbs, panko or regular, Italian seasoned or plain
1 whole egg, plus 1 egg yolk
1 teaspoon minced garlic or 2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
4 mozzarella cheese string cheese sticks
1 (23-ounce) jar of marinara or 1 (14.5-ounce) jar alfredo sauce, for dipping

Steps:

Chop each cheese stick into 1/2-inch pieces. There should be about 6-8 pieces for each cheese stick. Place on a plate and chill in the freezer until ready to use. Add ground beef, bread crumbs, whole egg, egg yolk, garlic, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to a bowl. Mush the ingredients together with your hands until everything comes together. Remove cheese from freezer. Scoop out about 4 tablespoons of meat mixture and roll into a ball. Gently push a piece of chilled mozzarella into the middle of the meatball. Roll the ball in your hands to cover the hole where the mozzarella cheese was pushed in. Place inside a greased slow cooker and repeat with remaining meat and cheese. When all meatballs are in the slow cooker, cover and cook on high for 1 to 2 hours or on low 3 to 4 hours until meat is cooked through and no longer pink. The cheese may start melting out of the meatballs and that's okay. If desired, sprinkle with a bit of fresh chopped parsley or dried Italian seasoning for garnish, and serve with your favorite marinara or alfredo sauce for dipping. OVEN METHOD: For a quicker method, the meatballs can be baked. Follow directions to make meatballs, but instead of placing them in the slow-cooker, place meatballs 1-inch apart on a greased baking sheet and bake at 400°F for 15 to 20 minutes until browned and cheese is melty. MAKE-AHEAD METHOD: These can also be made ahead and frozen by preparing the meatballs as instructed in the recipe, but instead of putting them straight into the slow cooker or the oven to bake, just place them side by side in a zip lock bag, seal, and place in the freezer. When ready to cook them, follow recipe instructions and increase cooking time slightly to allow for thawing.

MOZZARELLA STUFFED SLOW COOKER MEATBALLS RECIPE - (3.7/5)

Mozzarella Stuffed Slow Cooker Meatballs Recipe - (3.7/5) image

Provided by teachskinner

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

Fresh Mozzarella, Cut into 1/2 inch cubes
1 lb ground beef
1 lb ground Italian sausage
1/2 tsp garlic powder
2 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
1 cup bread crumbs
1/4 cup fine grated Parmesan
2 eggs
1/2 cup whole milk
1/2 cup fresh parsley
1 jar Prego Traditional sauce (or similar)

Steps:

Add all ingredients EXCEPT Mozzarella and pasta sauce into large bowl. Knead to combine until uniform. Spoon a 1.5 inch ball of meat mixture and roll into a ball. Press 1 cube of mozzarella into center of meatball and roll meat to surround the cube. Repeat with remaining meat and cubes. Pour 1/3 jar into Slow cooker, evenly coating bottom of insert. Add meatballs in single, loosely spaced layer in slow cooker. Cover with pasta sauce, stack more meatballs in second layer. Add more sauce and meatballs. Set slow cooker to High for 2-2.5 hours

Tips:

Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your meatballs.
Don't overmix the meatball mixture. Overmixing can make the meatballs tough.
Be careful not to overcook the meatballs. Overcooked meatballs will be dry and tough.
Use a slow cooker with a lid that fits tightly. This will help to keep the meatballs moist and prevent them from drying out.
Let the meatballs rest for a few minutes before serving. This will help them to retain their juices.

Conclusion:

Mozzarella-stuffed slow-cooker meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for a party or a weeknight meal. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that is sure to impress your friends and family. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting recipe, give these meatballs a try. You won't be disappointed!