Name: Slow-Cooker Chicken Parmesan Meatballs
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 210 min
Ingredients: 1 (28 ounce) can no-salt-added crushed tomatoes; 0.5 medium onion, grated; 0.25 cup dry red wine; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 0.5 teaspoon dried basil; 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano; 0.25 teaspoon salt; 1 pound ground chicken or turkey; 1 large egg, lightly beaten; 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 0.5 cup fine dry whole-wheat breadcrumbs (see Tip); 0.5 teaspoon dried basil; 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano; 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder; 0.25 teaspoon salt; 30 pearl-size fresh mozzarella balls

Slow-Cooker Chicken Parmesan Meatballs

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Turn classic chicken parm into meatballs with this easy load-and-go appetizer recipe with a cheesy surprise inside. Making meatballs for a party? Switch your crock pot to warm for serving all party long.

Devon O'Brien

Updated on December 13, 2022

Reviewed by Dietitian

Victoria Seaver, M.S., RD

Prep Time:

30 mins

Additional Time:

3 hrs

Total Time:

3 hrs 30 mins

Servings:

Yield:

10 servings

Nutrition Profile:

High-Protein Low Carbohydrate Low-Calorie Nut-Free Soy-Free

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Ingredients

Sauce

1 (28 ounce) can no-salt-added crushed tomatoes
½ medium onion, grated
¼ cup dry red wine
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon salt

Meatballs

1 pound ground chicken or turkey
1 large egg, lightly beaten
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup fine dry whole-wheat breadcrumbs (see Tip)
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon salt
30 pearl-size fresh mozzarella balls

Directions

To prepare sauce: Combine tomatoes, onion, wine, garlic, basil, oregano and salt in a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker.
To prepare meatballs: Combine ground chicken (or turkey), egg, Parmesan, breadcrumbs, basil, oregano, garlic powder and salt in a medium bowl. Pat 1 tablespoon of the seasoned meat into a disk and place a mozzarella ball in the center. Wrap the meat around the cheese and roll into a ball. Repeat with the remaining meat and cheese. Add the meatballs to the slow cooker.
Cover and cook on High for 3 hours or on Low for 6 hours.

Equipment

5- to 6-quart slow cooker

Tip

Don't toss your stale bread! Make your own breadcrumbs. Trim off any tough crusts and tear or cut the bread into pieces. Process in a food processor until coarse or fine crumbs form. To make dry breadcrumbs, spread on a baking sheet and bake at 250°F until dry, about 10 to 15 minutes. Use right away or freeze in an airtight container for up to 6 months. Thaw before using.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

163	Calories
7g	Fat
7g	Carbs
14g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 10
Serving Size 3 meatballs & 1/4 cup sauce
Calories 163
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 7g	3%
Dietary Fiber 2g	6%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 14g	27%
Total Fat 7g	9%
Saturated Fat 3g	16%
Cholesterol 69mg	23%
Vitamin A 800IU	16%
Vitamin C 5mg	6%
Folate 7mcg	2%
Sodium 277mg	12%
Calcium 113mg	9%
Iron 2mg	12%
Magnesium 17mg	4%
Potassium 506mg	11%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.