Slow Cooker Meatball Casserole
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5.0
3 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
1 hr 5 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
573 kcal
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Course
Dinner
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Cuisine
American, International
Slow Cooker Meatball Casserole
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🎉🧀 If you like meatball sub sandwiches, you're going to LOVE this EASY meatball casserole recipe! Layered with juicy meatballs, biscuit dough, marinara, and plenty of melted cheese, it's irresistible comfort food! Whether you want to make it for hectic weeknights and picky eaters or for a game day party with hungry fans, it's a cinch and your Crock-Pot does all the work!
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Ingredients
- 1 ¼ cups marinara sauce divided
- 16 ounces refrigerated biscuits (I used Pillsbury Grands 8 count Flaky Layers)
- 16 ounces frozen meatballs (most frozen meatballs have been previously cooked, then frozen, this is what you want; fully thaw them; you can use turkey, beef, pork, etc meatballs)
- 1 cup green bell peppers seeded and diced small (or another color bell pepper)
- 1 teaspoon minced dried onion
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt or to taste
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper or to taste
- 2 cups shredded Mozzarella cheese divided
- minced fresh parsley or basil optional for garnishing
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Instructions
- Generously spray a 6-quart (or 7-quart) slow cooker ceramic insert with cooking spray. Add 1/4 cup of the marinara sauce to the base of it, spread it lightly with a spatula, does not have to be perfect. This just helps to prevent sticking.
- Open the can of biscuit dough (pop!), separate the biscuits, and cut each of the biscuits into 8 pieces. So you'll have approximately 64 pieces of dough. Scatter them evenly in the bottom of the prepared slow cooker to create an even base layer. Tip – I find it easier to use a kitchen scissors than a knife to cut the biscuits but it's up to you.
- Evenly add the meatballs, sprinkle the bell peppers, all the seasonings, salt and pepper, and 1/2 cup of the shredded cheese.
- Evenly drizzle the remaining 1 cup marinara sauce over the top. Tip - If you want this to be saucier, add a bit extra marinara, as desired.
- Lightly mix everything together with a rubber-tipped spatula, making sure that it's all in a nice even flat layer when you're done mixing.
- Place the lid on your slow cooker, and cook on HIGH for about 60-90 minutes, or until the biscuits are cooked through and golden brown. Cooking Tips - Because all slow cookers vary in their heat output, your cooking time may be longer than 90 minutes in order to get the biscuits done, and if that's the case, cook for as long as needed. Resist the urge to unnecessarily lift the lid of your slow cooker to "check" on how it's doing because every time you open the lid, valuable heat and steam escapes, which unnecessarily prolongs the cooking process. I don't recommend cooking this on LOW because meat is held at too low of a temp for too long.
- When the biscuits are done, sprinkle the remaining 1 1/2 cups cheese over the top, but avoiding touching the edges of the slow cooker (or the cheese will burn). Place the lid on top again, and cook for about 30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and is as golden browned as desired. When done, optionally garnish, and serve warm.
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Notes
- Storage: Leftovers will keep airtight for up to 4-5 days in the fridge or for up to 3 months in the freezer. However, this recipe is best when eaten warm and freshly made. Reheat leftovers gently in the microwave for about 30 seconds, or as desired.Â
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1serving
Calories
573kcal
(29%)
Carbohydrates
46g
(15%)
Protein
28g
(56%)
Fat
33g
(51%)
Saturated Fat
10g
(50%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
5g
Monounsaturated Fat
8g
Cholesterol
102mg
(34%)
Sodium
1743mg
(73%)
Potassium
421mg
(12%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
7g
(14%)
Vitamin A
575IU
(12%)
Vitamin C
24mg
(27%)
Calcium
299mg
(30%)
Iron
5mg
(28%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 573 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 573kcal | 29% |
| Carbohydrates | 46g | 15% |
| Protein | 28g | 56% |
| Fat | 33g | 51% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 102mg | 34% |
| Sodium | 1743mg | 73% |
| Potassium | 421mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 575IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 24mg | 27% |
| Calcium | 299mg | 30% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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