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Slow Cooker Mississippi Meatballs Recipe

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Slow Cooker Mississippi Meatballs are a flavorful and easy-to-make appetizer or main dish. Tender frozen meatballs are simmered in a savory sauce made with ranch seasoning, au jus gravy mix, pepperoncini peppers, butter, and chicken broth, resulting in a rich and tangy dish perfect for parties or family dinners.

  • Total Time: 3 hours 5 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 bag frozen fully-cooked meatballs (32 oz.)
  • ¼ cup chicken broth
  • 1 envelope ranch seasoning (1 oz.)
  • 1 envelope au jus gravy mix (1 oz.)
  • 7-9 pepperoncini peppers
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (1 stick), sliced into tablespoons

Instructions

  1. Prepare the slow cooker: Add the frozen fully cooked meatballs directly into the slow cooker without thawing.
  2. Add liquids: Pour the ¼ cup of chicken broth evenly over the meatballs to help create the sauce and keep the meatballs moist.
  3. Season the meatballs: Sprinkle the ranch seasoning and au jus gravy mix evenly on top of the meatballs to infuse rich flavor into the dish.
  4. Add pepperoncini peppers: Place 7-9 whole pepperoncini peppers over the meatballs, adding a mild heat and tang to the sauce.
  5. Add butter: Layer the sliced tablespoons of unsalted butter evenly over the top of the meatballs and peppers to create a rich, creamy sauce as it melts.
  6. Cook: Cover the slow cooker and set it to low. Cook for 3 to 3½ hours, or until the meatballs are thoroughly heated and coated in a flavorful sauce.
  7. Serve: Serve the Mississippi meatballs warm as an appetizer or over mashed potatoes, noodles, or sandwich rolls for a hearty meal.

Notes

  • Do not thaw the meatballs before adding them to the slow cooker to prevent them from drying out.
  • Adjust the number of pepperoncini peppers to your desired spice level.
  • For a thicker sauce, you can remove the lid during the last 30 minutes of cooking to reduce the liquid.
  • Leftover meatballs can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • This recipe is versatile and pairs well with various sides such as mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta.
  • Author: Chef
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 hours
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://avascooking.com/slow-cooker-mississippi-meatballs-recipe/