Mississippi Meatballs
This Mississippi Meatballs recipe is a simple, flavorful slow cooker dish that melts in your mouth. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep, it’s ideal for busy weeknights. Serve over mashed potatoes or rice for a crowd-pleasing meal.
Servings: 6
Calories: 425kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 32 ounce bag frozen meatballs
- 1½ cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 ounce packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 ounce packet brown gravy mix
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon pepperoncini pepper liquid
- ¼ cup butter sliced into 8 squares
- 6 whole pepperoncini peppers
Instructions
- Add frozen meatballs to the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker.
- In a medium bowl, add beef broth, ranch seasoning, gravy mix, garlic powder, paprika, and pepperoncini liquid. Whisk until well combined and pour over meatballs.
- Place the pepperoncini peppers and butter on top.
- Cover and cook on high for 2½-3⅓ hours, or on low for 4-5 hours.
- Serve over mashed potatoes or rice and enjoy!
Notes
- Keep butter in small cubes so it melts evenly and enriches the sauce.
- Use frozen meatballs for convenience; they cook perfectly without thawing.
- Whisk cornstarch with some sauce for a thicker gravy if desired.
- Stir halfway through the cooking time for a more uniform flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 425kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 110mg | Sodium: 550mg | Potassium: 547mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 65IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 1mg