By Becky Hardin
Published Dec 10, 2021
These crockpot Swedish meatballs are so flavorful and easy to make. I mix frozen meatballs with beef broth, half-and-half, and an array of seasonings to create a savory and delicious meal. Tossing these Swedish meatballs in the slow cooker has saved me so much time!
Move over, Ikea! There’s a new sheriff in town, and… it’s me! These crockpot Swedish meatballs are such a classic, tasty dish that my whole family enjoys without the added stress of navigating our favorite warehouse store. If you’re in the mood for something simple, comforting, and flavorful, this is the recipe for you. I used frozen meatballs to make this recipe quick to throw together, and I love that the crockpot does all the work for me!
What’s in This Crockpot Swedish Meatballs Recipe?
- Broth: Low-sodium beef broth creates a savory base of flavor for the sauce and helps keep the meatballs moist as they warm through.
- Half-and-Half: Makes the sauce rich and creamy without adding too many extra calories.
- Cornstarch: Helps to thicken up the sauce into a luscious gravy.
- Worcestershire Sauce: Adds a tangy and umami flavor to the sauce.
- Garlic: Adds savory flavor to the sauce.
- Mustard: Dijon mustard adds a tangy and slightly spicy flavor to the sauce.
- Frozen Cooked Meatballs: Make this recipe super quick and easy. When I have extra time, I like to use homemade meatballs that I’ve prepared in advance and put in the freezer instead.
- Sour Cream: Adds a little extra tang to the sauce.
- Parsley: A little bit of fresh parsley adds color and flavor to the dish.
Tips for Success
- If you feel like the sauce is too thin, add a bit more cornstarch to help make it thicker.
- If you need to shorten the cooking time, I recommend cooking on high for 2 hours.
- If leaving the meatballs in the crockpot for serving, turn to the “keep warm” setting after adding the sour cream and parsley.
How to Store and Reheat
Store leftover crockpot Swedish meatballs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. You can store the meatballs directly in the sauce, or separate them (both options work fine).
To reheat, warm them up in the crockpot until fully heated through. You can also mix in a bit more half-and-half to help make the sauce creamy again. I do not recommend freezing this recipe.
Serving Suggestions
These crockpot Swedish meatballs pair well with a variety of sides. I love Mashed Potatoes , Lemon Parmesan Roasted Broccoli , Homemade Crescent Rolls , and Garlic Mashed Cauliflower . Add a side of lingonberry jam or Cranberry Sauce for a classic meal!
5-Star Review
“I just made these last night for a party. I doubled the batch and it’s still all easily fit into my large crock pot. They were absolutely delicious and everyone loved them. I will be making these again” -Jennifer
Ingredients1x2x3x
- ▢ 1¼ cups low-sodium beef broth
- ▢ ½ cup half-and-half
- ▢ 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- ▢ 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- ▢ 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- ▢ 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ▢ ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ▢ ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ▢ 26 ounces frozen cooked meatballs 1 standard package (click for homemade recipe)
- ▢ ½ cup sour cream
- ▢ 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
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Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the beef broth, half and half, cornstarch, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, Dijon, salt, and pepper. 1¼ cups low-sodium beef broth, ½ cup half-and-half, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Spray the slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray. Add the meatballs. Pour in the sauce and stir. 26 ounces frozen cooked meatballs
- Cook on low for 4 hours.
- Stir in the sour cream. ½ cup sour cream
- Top with parsley and serve. 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
Equipment
- Crockpot
Becky’s Tips
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Make Crockpot Swedish Meatballs Step by Step
Mix the Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1¼ cups of low-sodium beef broth, ½ cup of half-and-half, 2 tablespoons of cornstarch, 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon of minced garlic, 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard, ½ teaspoon of kosher salt, and ½ teaspoon of ground black pepper.
Add the Meatballs: Spray the slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray. Add 26 ounces of frozen cooked meatballs. Pour in the sauce and stir.
Cook the Meatballs: Cook on low for 4 hours.
Add the Sour Cream: Stir in ½ cup of sour cream.
Top with Parsley: Top with 2 tablespoons of minced fresh parsley and serve.
More Meatball Recipes to Try!
Crockpot Teriyaki Meatballs
Cocktail Meatballs (Cranberry Meatballs)
Buffalo Chicken Meatballs
Sheet Pan Party Meatballs
Crockpot Swedish Meatballs Recipe
Equipment
- Crockpot
Ingredients
- 1¼ cups low-sodium beef broth
- ½ cup half-and-half
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 26 ounces frozen cooked meatballs 1 standard package (click for homemade recipe)
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the beef broth, half and half, cornstarch, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, Dijon, salt, and pepper. 1¼ cups low-sodium beef broth, ½ cup half-and-half, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Spray the slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray. Add the meatballs. Pour in the sauce and stir. 26 ounces frozen cooked meatballs
- Cook on low for 4 hours.
- Stir in the sour cream. ½ cup sour cream
- Top with parsley and serve. 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
Video
Notes
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
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CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
