How to Make Slow Cooker Turkey Sausage Meatballs - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a delicious and easy dinner idea to feed the whole family? These Slow Cooker Turkey Sausage Meatballs are the perfect solution! Packed with flavor and made with wholesome ingredients, this recipe is a surefire crowd-pleaser.

Using lean ground turkey and savory sausage, these meatballs are a healthier alternative to traditional beef or pork options, without sacrificing any taste. The slow cooker method also ensures that the meatballs stay moist and juicy, with the flavors m...

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped, divided
  • 2 (28 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 ¾ teaspoons salt, divided
  • 2 pounds turkey sausage, casings removed and crumbled
  • 1 ¼ pounds lean ground turkey
  • 1 ¼ cups plain dry bread crumbs
  • ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 4 hrs 5 mins
  • Total Time: 4 hrs 25 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 servings

  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add 1/2 of the garlic and saute for 30 seconds. Scrape into the bottom of a slow cooker and stir in tomatoes, oregano, and 3/4 teaspoon salt.
  • Combine remaining garlic, remaining salt, turkey sausage, ground turkey, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, eggs, and parsley in a large bowl. Blend using your hands and form into 2-inch balls. Place into the slow cooker. Spoon tomato mixture over meatballs.
  • Cover and cook on Low until no longer pink in the center, 4 to 5 hours.
  • Nutrition

    331 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 130mg
    • Sodium: 1175mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 19g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 29g
    • Vitamin C: 14mg
    • Calcium: 138mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 527mg