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Crockpot Mississippi Meatballs

A simple, flavorful dish made with frozen meatballs, seasoning mixes, and a buttery sauce, cooked effortlessly in a crockpot.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer, Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 package Frozen meatballs
  • 1 packet Au jus gravy mix
  • 1 packet Ranch seasoning mix
  • 1 jar Sliced pepperoncini peppers
  • 1 cup Water Can substitute with beef broth for richer flavor
  • 1 stick Diced butter

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Layer the frozen meatballs evenly in the crockpot.
  2. Sprinkle the au jus gravy mix and ranch seasoning mix over the meatballs.
  3. Add the sliced pepperoncini peppers and a generous splash of their juice over the meatballs.
  4. Pour in the water to help form a cohesive sauce.
  5. Top the mixture with diced butter.
  6. Cover the crockpot and set it to LOW for 3 to 4 hours.
  7. Stir occasionally, if possible.
  8. Once cooked, gently stir to coat each meatball in the sauce and serve hot.

Notes

For variations, consider using turkey meatballs for a leaner dish, adding jalapeños for extra heat, or incorporating herbs like thyme or parsley at the end of cooking. Leftover meatballs can be stored in the fridge or frozen for later use.