This Slow Cooker BBQ Ranch Meatballs Recipe is a simple and delicious dish that combines tender meatballs with a flavorful BBQ ranch sauce. Perfect for parties or a cozy family dinner, this Crockpot recipe allows you to set it and forget it while the flavors meld together.
With minimal prep time and easy cleanup, these meatballs are sure to be a hit. Serve them as an appetizer or over rice for a complete meal.
Easy Slow Cooker BBQ Ranch Meatballs
These BBQ ranch meatballs are made with ground beef mixed with breadcrumbs and seasonings, then simmered in a tangy BBQ ranch sauce. The recipe takes about 6 hours in the slow cooker and serves 6 people.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Meatballs: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Form the Meatballs: Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Cook in the Slow Cooker: Place the meatballs in the slow cooker. In a separate bowl, mix together BBQ sauce and ranch dressing, then pour over the meatballs.
- Slow Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3 hours, until the meatballs are cooked through and tender.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve warm with toothpicks or over rice.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 6 meatballs
- Calories: 250kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
