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Slow Cooker Paleo Meatballs are juicy, flavor-packed meatballs simmered to perfection in a slow cooker, made entirely with paleo-friendly ingredients.
Brace yourself for a culinary adventure with Slow Cooker Paleo Meatballs! Imagine tender, juicy morsels bathing in a rich sauce, and you don’t even have to break a sweat. Yes, that’s right! Follow along, and you’ll have a plate of perfectly spiced, sinfully delicious meatballs that are as easy as tossing a frisbee to a golden retriever. Dive in, and let’s make your taste buds do a happy dance!
Slow Cooker Paleo Meatballs
These Slow Cooker Paleo Meatballs will transform your kitchen into an aromatic delight! Make them with love, serve them with pride. They’re hearty, perfectly seasoned, and cooked to perfection. Bonus: Your slow cooker does most of the work. Easy peasy meatball squeezy!
- Cooking Method: Slow Cooker
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-6 hours
- Cuisine Type: Paleo
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 pound ground pork
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
Cooking Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, almond flour, eggs, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Form mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs. Get ready to channel your inner sculptor!
- Place meatballs in a single layer at the bottom of your slow cooker. Please, do not overcrowd – let them breathe.
- Pour crushed tomatoes over meatballs, adding chopped basil on top. Give them a nice tomato bath.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours. Your house will smell AH-MAZE-ING. Try not to faint from hunger.
- Check that meatballs are cooked through – they should reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Safety first!
- Serve hot from the slow cooker. Nom nom time!
Suggestions
- Alternative Ingredients: Try ground turkey for a leaner option. Or go full-on lamb for a flavor twist!
- Garnishing Options: Fresh parsley, more basil, or a sprinkle of nutritional yeast for a cheesy vibe.
- Cooking Tips: For an extra flavor punch, sear the meatballs in a hot pan before slow cooking. Boom!
