Name: Slow Cooker Meatball Stew Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 4 h
Total time: 4 h 10 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American

Real Life of Lulu Verified

January 20, 2026

This Slow Cooker Meatball Stew is cozy, hearty, and super easy to make. The meatballs turn tender, the veggies cook down just right, and the broth ends up rich and comforting. It’s the kind of dinner that hits the spot when you want something warm without a lot of work.

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Slow Cooker Meatball Stew Recipe

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Ingredients

WarningMilk and 5 other allergens identified

Instructions

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Instructions

Add the meatballs, onion garlic, carrots, celery, and potatoes to your slow cooker.

Whisk together the beef broth, tomato paste, sugar, and onion soup mix.

Pour the beef broth mixture into the slow cooker.

Stir to combine.

Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.

In the last 30 minutes of cooking, add the peas.

Garnish with parsley and serve.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Meatball Prepping Pro 🥄
Before adding frozen meatballs, let them sit at room temperature for 15 minutes to ensure more even cooking and prevent temperature shock in the slow cooker.
Flavor Layering Technique 🧅
Toast the onion soup mix in a dry pan for 1-2 minutes before adding to the slow cooker to intensify its umami and depth of flavor.
Vegetable Cutting Strategy 🔪
Cut root vegetables like carrots and potatoes into uniform 1-inch chunks to ensure consistent cooking and prevent some pieces from becoming mushy while others remain undercooked.
Broth Enrichment Hack 💧
For a richer stew, deglaze your sautéing pan with a splash of beef broth before adding to the slow cooker, capturing all the caramelized flavor bits.
Fresh Herb Finishing Touch 🌿
Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley just before serving to add a bright, fresh note that cuts through the stew's richness and adds visual appeal.