Discover the perfect weeknight dinner with this easy Slow Cooker Meatball Pot Roast recipe. Tender meatballs, rich gravy, and hearty vegetables make for a delicious and stress-free meal!
Looking for a savory dish that you can make in the slow cooker? You’ve come to the right place! I am always on the hunt for new crockpot recipes, especially once school has started and the weather is starting to cool down. They just make life so much easier! I love that I can prep everything in the morning and it will be ready to go once dinner time rolls around. This Slow Cooker Meatball Pot Roast is the perfect crockpot meal to make on a cold day! What is meatball pot roast? It is a dish made with meatballs and vegetables, cooked in a slow cooker. This particular recipe uses frozen meatballs, so it is perfect for those days when you don’t have time to make homemade meatballs. Serve this homemade pot roast over some creamy mashed potatoes, and you have a meal that the whole family will love!
Prepping this crockpot meatball pot roast is such a breeze! Did I mention that you can use frozen, store-bought meatballs? It makes this recipe so simple! To start making this slow cooker meatball pot roast, you’ll layer your carrots, potatoes, and onions in the bottom of the slow cooker. I like to have these chopped up the night before to make the morning a little easier. Next, you’ll spread out the frozen meatballs on top of the veggies. In a separate bowl, you’ll whisk together the beef broth, tomato paste, bouillon cubes, onion soup mix, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until combined. This is what really gives this pot roast the cozy flavor that you’re looking for! Pour this mixture over the top of everything in the slow cooker. Now the hard work is done and you can just let this slow cooker meatball pot roast recipe cook. Before you’re ready to eat, take the meatballs out of the slow cooker and make a cornstarch slurry (cornstarch and water). Pour this into the slow cooker in mix until the sauce is nice and thick. All that’s left to do is add the meatballs back in, stir, and serve!
Ingredients to Make Easy Meatball Pot Roast
Russet potatoes – Make sure these are cut into bite-size pieces.
Carrots – You can use whatever carrots you have on hand for this dish.
Yellow onion – Go ahead and cut the onion into chunks.
Bag frozen homestyle meatballs – You can use homemade meatballs for this recipe, we’re using frozen to save time!
Carton beef broth – We like using beef broth in this recipe, but you can use chicken broth if you prefer.
Beef bouillon cubes – This will help to boost the pot roast flavor.
Tomato paste – Adds a bit of acidity and sweetness to the dish.
Lipton onion soup mix – This is a key ingredient in this dish, don’t skip it!
How to Make Slow Cooker Meatball Pot Roast
Step 1: Spray inside of the slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray.
Step 2: Layer chopped potatoes, carrots, and onions in slow cooker.
Step 3: Evenly place frozen meatballs on top of veggies.
Step 4: In a medium size mixing bowl whisk beef broth, tomato paste, bouillon cubes, onion soup mix, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until combined. Pour over meatballs.
Step 5: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or high for 4-5 hours or until potatoes and carrots can be pierced with a fork. Be careful not to overcook or potatoes will be mushy.
Step 6: Once cooked, remove meatballs and set aside.
Step 7: In a cup whisk cornstarch and cold water until smooth.
Step 8: Pour cornstarch slurry into slow cooker and stir until slightly thickened.
Step 9: Add meatballs back to slow cooker and stir well to coat meatballs.
Step 10: Serve immediately with chopped parsley if desired.
How to Store Leftover Slow Cooker Meatball Pot Roast
Fridge: This meatball pot roast will last 3-4 days in the fridge.
Freezer: Cooked meatball pot roast can be frozen for 2-3 months.
Reheating: When ready to eat, reheat in the microwave or on the stove until warmed through.
Popular Substitutions & Additions
This pot roast is delicious as is, but there are a few variations that you can try!
- If you want a little spice in your pot roast, add some red pepper flakes when cooking the vegetables.
- For a creamier pot roast, stir in sour cream or heavy cream when making or reheating the dish.
- Try serving this pot roast over some egg noodles instead of mashed potatoes!
- Add in some frozen green beans during the last hour of cooking for a complete meal.
There you have it, our Slow Cooker Meatball Pot Roast! This is a delicious and easy recipe that the whole family will love. Give it a try today and let us know how you liked it in the comments below!
What to Serve with Crockpot Meatball Pot Roast
I love serving this pot roast over a bed of mashed potatoes and with a side of some veggies. If mashed potatoes aren’t your thing, try this meatball pot roast recipe with these delicious, creamy scalloped potatoes. I also like to serve a side of bread to dip into the yummy sauce from the slow cooker. My go-to bread recipe is this Easy 90 Minute French Bread.
Slow Cooker Meatball Pot Roast Recipe FAQs
Do I have to use frozen meatballs for this meatball pot roast recipe?
No, you can use homemade meatballs if you prefer! Using frozen meatballs simplifies making this recipe when you are short on time. Adjust your time to account for the unfrozen meatballs, possibly 60-90 minutes less cooking time.
Can I add other vegetables to this pot roast recipe?
Yes, you can! Frozen green beans are a great addition to this dish. Just add them during the last hour of cooking.
What kind of potatoes should I use for this recipe?
We like to use Russet potatoes in this recipe, but you can use whatever potatoes you have on hand. Just make sure that they are cut into bite-size pieces.
Can I make this meatball pot roast in the oven?
Yes, you can! Just cook the meatballs and vegetables in a Dutch oven or another oven-safe dish at 325 degrees Fahrenheit for 3-4 hours.
I don’t have beef broth, can I use something else?
You can use chicken broth if you don’t have beef broth.
Do I have to use the Lipton onion soup mix?
No, you don’t have to use the Lipton onion soup mix. However, we think it really adds a lot of flavor to the dish. If you don’t have it on hand, you can try using another onion soup mix, just don’t leave it out.
Slow cooker meatballs are an easy and delicious meal for the whole family. If you’re stuck on what to make for dinner, give this recipe a try because it is a one-of-a-kind recipe and equally delicious.
Be sure to come back and let me know how your Easy Slow Cooker Meatball Pot Roast Recipe turned out!
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Slow Cooker Meatball Pot Roast
Ingredients
- 4-5 medium russet potatoes, cut into bit size pieces
- 4-5 carrots peeled and chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion cut into chunks
- 32 oz. bag frozen homestyle meatballs
- 32 oz. carton beef broth
- 4 beef bouillon cubes
- 6 oz. can tomato paste
- 1 pkg. Lipton onion soup mix
- 1 tsp. pepper
- 1 tsp. salt
- 2 tsp. garlic powder
- 2 Tbsp. cornstarch
- 2 Tbsp. water
Instructions
- Spray inside of slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray.
- Layer chopped potatoes, carrots, and onions in slow cooker.
- Evenly place frozen meatballs on top of veggies.
- In a medium size mixing bowl whisk beef broth, tomato paste, bouillon cubes, onion soup mix, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until combined. Pour over meatballs.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or high for 4-5 hours or until potatoes and carrots can be pierced with a fork. Be careful not to overcook or potatoes will be mushy.
- Once cooked, removed meatballs and set aside.
- In a cup whisk cornstarch and cold water until smooth.
- Pour cornstarch slurry into slow cooker and stir until slightly thickened.
- Add meatballs back to slow cooker and stir well to coat meatballs.
- Serve immediately with chopped parsley if desired.
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