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How to Cook Easy Slow Cooker Meatballs with Recipes
Super tasty slow cooker meatball appetizers are also super easy with Jones new All Natural No Antibiotics Ever Pork and Chicken Meatballs that are fully cooked and sold frozen. Since there are no preservatives, these meatballs are free of the USDA Big 9 Allergens including egg, dairy, soy and wheat which means no fillers, binders, milk, cheese or breadcrumbs.
Why Jones frozen meatballs in a slow cooker make for an easy appetizer
Like Jones All Natural Sausage, the meatballs are produced in small batches from only fresh never frozen pork or chicken sourced from local producers in the Midwest and with an in-house made spice blend. The pork meatballs are made from only 5 ingredients, while the chicken meatballs, with a few more spices, only have 7.
Jones Meatballs are also high in protein, offer convenience and incredible versatility since they adapt effortlessly to your taste preferences. Plus, you’re absolutely going to love the homemade flavor.
With the right guidance, Slow Cooker Meatballs are extremely easy to make. Here are answers to some frequently asked cooking questions:
What temperature should I set my slow cooker for meatballs?
Since Jones Meatballs are fully cooked and just need to be reheated, we recommend cooking them on low (or around 170-180°F if you have digital settings).
How long should I cook slow cooker meatballs?
If the meatballs are thawed, you’ll need approximately 2 hours until hot. If frozen, we’d bump up the time another hour to 3 hours.
Can I use frozen meatballs in a slow cooker?
Yes. Jones All Natural No Antibiotics Ever Meatballs are frozen and are wonderful cooked in the slow cooker.
Any additional tips to cook meatballs in a slow cooker?
If you’re cooking the meatballs without a sauce, we recommend adding a small amount of chicken broth to the chicken meatballs as they have less fat. If using a meat thermometer, both the pork and chicken meatballs are done when they reach an internal temperature of 135°F.
How long are the slow cooker meatballs good for?
Remove the meatballs from the slow cooker once they are completely cool. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight storage container for up to 3 days.
Discover Easy Slow Cooker Recipes for Appetizers, Soups & Stews and Side Dishes too.
One of the main benefits of using a slow cooker is the ease of use. Just add your ingredients and push the button. Here are a few of our favorite mouthwatering slow recipes for meatballs and other Jones products:
Slow Cooker Asian Meatballs Tender slow cooked meatballs infused with a rich Asian sauce and served over fluffy rice.
Slow Cooker Grape Jelly Meatballs Jones Meatballs are cooked to perfection in a slow cooker, allowing them to soak up the rich flavors of grape jelly, barbecue sauce and tomato jam.
Slow Cooker Chicken and Sausage Gumbo Soups and stews are ideal for slow cookers. This spicy favorite is perfect for serving a large group or keeping for leftovers.
Slow Cooker Cheesy Bacon Potato Casserole Don’t forget to use your slow cooker for side dishes too. This creamy casserole features layers of potatoes, Jones Bacon and cheese.
Jones NAE Meatballs can be found in the freezer section in 18-ounce (pork) and 16-ounce (chicken) resealable packages. Learn more about Jones Meatballs here
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