Slow Cooker Hearty Meatball Supper: There’s something so comforting about a dinner you can put together using just what’s in your pantry and freezer, no extra fuss needed. This is perfect for those long, tiring days when everyone is hungry and no one wants to wait around for supper. This 5-ingredient slow cooker meatball meal is the kind of simple, reliable Midwestern dinner that feels just right on a cold evening. Soft, tender meatballs simmer away in a thick, savory tomato sauce, then get served over warm noodles for a filling, family-style meal that turns a few basic ingredients into something everyone will remember.
This filling supper goes really well with buttered green beans, a fresh little salad, or even a spoonful of cottage cheese on the side if that’s how you grew up eating it. Warm garlic toast or plain sandwich bread is also a great choice, since people will want something to soak up that tasty sauce. For an extra treat, serve a simple fruit cobbler afterward — it makes the whole meal feel like a special Sunday dinner without much extra effort.
This easy slow cooker meatball supper turns frozen meatballs and pantry staples into a warm, saucy dinner the whole family will love. With just five simple ingredients, tender meatballs simmer in rich tomato sauce and serve over buttery noodles. It’s a cozy, no-fuss meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or chilly evenings.
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 1 bag (24 to 32 ounces) frozen fully cooked meatballs
- 1 jar (24 ounces) pasta sauce
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, with their juice left in
- 1 medium onion, sliced thin
- 8 ounces egg noodles
Slow Cooker Hearty Meatball Supper: Directions
- Add the meatballs and sauce. Place the frozen meatballs into the bottom of your slow cooker. Pour the pasta sauce over the meatballs, then add the can of diced tomatoes along with all of its juice. Spread the thinly sliced onion evenly across the top. Stir everything gently so the meatballs and onion slices are fully coated in the sauce.
- Cook it low and slow. Put the lid on the slow cooker. Cook on LOW for 4 to 5 hours, or on HIGH for 2 to 3 hours. You’ll know it’s ready when the meatballs are hot all the way through and the onion slices have turned soft and tender.
- Boil the noodles. About 15 minutes before you’re ready to eat, bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the egg noodles and cook them following the directions on the package, stirring now and then so they don’t stick together. Once they’re soft, drain the noodles well in a colander.
- Serve it up. Place a serving of hot noodles on each plate or in a bowl. Spoon the warm meatballs and sauce right over the top, making sure to include plenty of that rich tomato sauce. Serve the meal while it’s still hot and enjoy.