Crock Pot Cheddar BBQ Meatballs
Crock Pot Cheddar BBQ Meatballs are a deliciously easy dish that brings comfort food to a whole new level. Tender meatballs are infused with tangy BBQ sauce and topped with gooey melted cheddar cheese, making them perfect for game nights, family gatherings, or cozy dinners. With minimal prep time and a slow-cooked finish, this recipe guarantees a flavor-packed experience that will impress your guests. Serve them as appetizers or a hearty main course—either way, they’re sure to delight!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (sweet and tangy)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, and pepper until just mixed.
- Form the mixture into golf-sized meatballs and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- (Optional) Sear meatballs in a skillet over medium heat until browned on all sides for added flavor.
- Transfer meatballs to the Crock Pot and pour BBQ sauce over them.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours.
- About 10 minutes before serving, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top until melted.
- Serve directly from the pot or transfer to plates.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (approx. 130g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg