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Crock Pot Spaghetti and Meatballs

Jun 9, 2022 · 15 Comments

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This Crock Pot Spaghetti and meatballs with tender homemade Italian seasoned meatballs, simple homemade sauce, and pasta cooked right in the slow cooker is the easiest way to cook this family favorite meal. It's a spaghetti night game changer!

Crock Pot Spaghetti and Meatballs in a slow cooker with fresh parsley on top

Crock Pot Spaghetti and Meatballs

Spaghetti and meatballs don't need to be a complicated dish! It can be so time consuming to make. But not these Crock Pot Spaghetti and Meatballs.

This ultimate family favorite dinner couldn't be easier to make or more delicious to eat. With homemade, tender Italian seasoned meatballs, cooked right in the slow cooker with a simple homemade sauce.

You don't even need to pre-cook the pasta! It will cook right in the crock pot for a perfectly saucy comfort food dinner.

Can I Put Uncooked Pasta in the Slow Cooker?

Absolutely! You may need to adjust the liquid content, which has already been done for this recipe.

You will also want to add it closer to the end than any meat that's cooking or the pasta will become too mushy. This recipe adds the pasta for the last 30 minutes, which is a little longer than the stovetop because your slow cooker is not actually boiling.

Crock Pot Spaghetti and Meatballs in a shallow bowl with a fork picking some spaghetti and a meatball with a slow cooker in the background

Can You Put Raw Hamburger in the Crock Pot?

Yes, you can cook raw ground beef in the slow cooker, just as you could could any other beef, pork, or chicken.

Can You Use a Different Sauce?

Sure! You can use a different sauce recipe if you'd like. You may need to add beef broth or water to it to be able to cook the pasta through with enough sauce left. The one in the recipe was designed with that thought in mind.

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Crock Pot Spaghetti and Meatballs in a shallow bowl with a fork picking some spaghetti and a meatball with a slow cooker in the background

Crock Pot Spaghetti and Meatballs

This Crock Pot Spaghetti and meatballs with tender homemade Italian seasoned meatballs, simple homemade sauce, and pasta cooked right in the slow cooker is the easiest way to cook this family favorite meal.!
5 from 11 votes
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Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American, Italian
Keyword: Crock Pot Spaghetti and Meatballs, Crockpot Spaghetti and Meatballs, Slow Cooker Spaghetti and Meatballs
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours
Total Time: 8 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 423kcal
Author: Michelle

Ingredients

For the Meatballs

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • ½ pound ground Italian sausage (hot or mild depending on your taste)
  • ½ cup plain breadcrumbs
  • ¼ cup milk
  • ½ small sweet onion finely chopped
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

For the Sauce

  • 2 cans crushed tomatoes (28 ounces each)
  • 1 can diced tomatoes undrained (15 ounces)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 cup beef stock
  • ½ small sweet onion chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chopped basil
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 8 ounces uncooked spaghetti noodles broken in half length-wise
  • Fresh chopped basil and grated Parmesan for garnish

Instructions

  • Combine all meatball ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Mix together using clean hands until all ingredients are incorporated.
  • Roll meat mixture into 1-inch balls. Place meatballs directly into the base of your slow cooker. Set aside.
  • In a separate large mixing bowl, add all sauce ingredients, except spaghetti. Stir to combine.
  • Pour sauce over meatballs.
  • Cover and cook on Low for 7-8 hours or High for 3-4 hours.
  • For the last 30 minutes before serving, add spaghetti and stir in. Cook for the remaining 30-40 minutes until pasta is tender.
  • Serve immediately topped with fresh chopped basil and grated Parmesan.

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Notes

  • This recipe makes about 24 meatballs.
  • For easier meatball molding, wet your hands while rolling into balls. This will prevent the meat mixture from sticking to them.
  • Don't cook the pasta longer than 40 minutes or it will end up too sticky.
  • If you want your spaghetti a little more saucy, you can add a little store bought sauce at the end.
  • Storage: Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. 
  • Freezer Directions: Prepare and cook meatballs in sauce. Allow to cool. Place in a freezer safe container and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. In a large pot, bring sauce to a low boil. Add spaghetti and cook until tender.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 423kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 79mg | Sodium: 841mg | Potassium: 1191mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 757IU | Vitamin C: 28mg | Calcium: 171mg | Iron: 6mg
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UPDATE INFO: This recipe was originally published in October 2015. It was updated with new tips, video, and pictures in April 2021.

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  1. Biana says

    April 03, 2021 at 10:08 am

    We love spaghetti and meatballs. Such a simple and delicious dinner, that everyone will enjoy.

    Reply
  2. Laura says

    April 03, 2021 at 11:37 am

    This was so easy to make perfect for busy days. My family loved them

    Reply
  3. Andrea says

    April 03, 2021 at 12:51 pm

    I can only imagine how wonderful your house smells while this is cooking. It's the epitome of comfort in a bowl.

    Reply
  4. Sue says

    April 03, 2021 at 1:05 pm

    It's kind of amazing to think of making spaghetti and meatballs in a crockpot. I will be trying this for sure!

    Reply
  5. Beth says

    April 03, 2021 at 2:40 pm

    Oh wow! This is going to be a hit here! Looks so delicious and easy! This is going to be our favorite!

    Reply
  6. Jeannette says

    April 05, 2021 at 5:58 pm

    What a fantastic way to make an easy weeknight dinner! Love mixing it up with beef instead of pork and the Italian sausages are always a flavour winner 😀

    Reply
  7. Jamie says

    April 05, 2021 at 6:31 pm

    I love these meatballs! They're so juicy and flavorful and my family loved it. A great dinner that I'm sure to make again!

    Reply
  8. Beth says

    April 05, 2021 at 8:19 pm

    Such a yummy recipe and easy! I will definitely be making this again!

    Reply
  9. Marie-Charlotte Chatelain says

    April 05, 2021 at 9:05 pm

    this looks amazing! a simple and delicious dinner muy whole family would LOVE any day of the week

    Reply
  10. Ellen says

    May 02, 2021 at 9:12 pm

    I made this for a special Sunday night dinner. Very delicious and definitely making again!
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    • Michelle says

      May 03, 2021 at 2:14 pm

      Yum! So glad to hear you guys enjoyed it! 🙂

      Reply
  11. Bruce says

    July 11, 2021 at 7:45 am

    Are the crushed and diced tomatoes drained?

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    • Michelle says

      July 12, 2021 at 1:28 pm

      No, not drained.

      Reply
  12. Dave says

    March 10, 2022 at 5:16 am

    I've made this a couple times already. If your weighing the meatballs, weigh them out at 1 oz each. Uniformity!

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    • Michelle says

      March 10, 2022 at 11:11 am

      Great tip! Thanks!

      Reply

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