Easy Slow Cooker Meatball and Potato Stew
If you’re searching for an easy slow cooker meatball recipe that’s cozy, filling, and incredibly simple to prepare, this Slow Cooker Meatball and Potato Stew is the perfect weeknight dinner. Made with frozen meatballs, tender russet potatoes, and a rich savory gravy, this dump-and-go crockpot meal delivers big comfort-food flavor with almost no prep time.
This hearty crockpot meatball stew is ideal for busy families because everything cooks together in one pot. Just layer the ingredients, pour over the creamy sauce, and let the slow cooker do the work while you focus on your day.
Why You’ll Love This Slow Cooker Meatball Recipe:
5 simple ingredients budget-friendly and pantry-ready
True dump and go slow cooker dinner with minimal prep
Rich, creamy gravy that tastes slow-simmered for hours
Perfect for cozy winter meals or easy family dinners
Great for meal prep and leftovers
Serve it with a fresh green salad, steamed vegetables, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious gravy. You can even spoon this hearty stew over egg noodles or rice for an extra satisfying comfort-food dinner.
Servings: 4–6
Ingredients:
1½ to 2 pounds frozen fully cooked meatballs
2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 (10.5-oz) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1½ cups low-sodium beef broth
1 (1-oz) packet dry onion soup mix
Instructions:
Lightly grease a 4- to 6-quart slow cooker with oil or nonstick spray for easy cleanup.
Spread the cubed potatoes evenly across the bottom of the crockpot to help them cook perfectly tender.
Add the frozen meatballs on top in a mostly even layer no need to thaw.
In a bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup, beef broth, and onion soup mix until smooth. This mixture creates a rich, savory slow cooker gravy.
Pour the sauce evenly over the meatballs and potatoes, gently pressing down so everything is coated. Avoid heavy stirring.
Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until potatoes are fork-tender.
Gently stir before serving so the thickened sauce coats everything beautifully. Adjust consistency with extra broth if needed.
Serve hot and enjoy this creamy, comforting crockpot dinner!
Variations & Tips for the Best Crockpot Meatball Stew:
For a creamier texture, stir in ¼–½ cup sour cream at the end of cooking.
Swap cream of mushroom soup for cream of chicken or celery for a lighter flavor.
Use turkey or chicken meatballs for a leaner slow cooker meal.
Add frozen peas, carrots, or green beans during the last 30–45 minutes for extra veggies.
A splash of Worcestershire sauce or Dijon mustard boosts the savory flavor.
