Healthy Recipes Cooking Methods Slow Cooker Slow-Cooker Chicken Parmesan Meatballs 4.0 (3) 2 Reviews Turn classic chicken parm into meatballs with this easy load-and-go appetizer recipe with a cheesy surprise inside. Making meatballs for a party? Switch your crock pot to warm for serving all party long. By Devon O'Brien Devon O'Brien As EatingWell's former Senior Food Editor, Devon handled all things weeknight dinner and fast meal solutions. She also worked in the EatingWell Test Kitchen developing and testing recipes and shooting how-to videos. In her current position at Allrecipes, she's focused on all the hottest food trends, new products and ideas and best hacks pertaining to cooking. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on March 28, 2024 Reviewed by Dietitian Victoria Seaver, M.S., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Victoria Seaver, M.S., RD Victoria Seaver is a registered dietitian and Editorial Director for EatingWell.com. 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Meet the EatingWell Test Kitchen Rate PRINT Share Trending Videos Close this video player Prep Time: 30 mins Additional Time: 3 hrs Total Time: 3 hrs 30 mins Servings: 10 Yield: 10 servings Nutrition Profile: Low-Carb Nut-Free Soy-Free High-Protein Low-Calorie Jump to Nutrition Facts Ingredients Sauce 1 (28 ounce) can no-salt-added crushed tomatoes ½ medium onion, grated ¼ cup dry red wine 2 cloves garlic, minced ½ teaspoon dried basil ½ teaspoon dried oregano ¼ teaspoon salt Meatballs 1 pound ground chicken or turkey 1 large egg, lightly beaten ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese ½ cup fine dry whole-wheat breadcrumbs (see Tip) ½ teaspoon dried basil ½ teaspoon dried oregano ½ teaspoon garlic powder ¼ teaspoon salt 30 pearl-size fresh mozzarella balls Directions To prepare sauce: Combine tomatoes, onion, wine, garlic, basil, oregano and salt in a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker. To prepare meatballs: Combine ground chicken (or turkey), egg, Parmesan, breadcrumbs, basil, oregano, garlic powder and salt in a medium bowl. Pat 1 tablespoon of the seasoned meat into a disk and place a mozzarella ball in the center. Wrap the meat around the cheese and roll into a ball. Repeat with the remaining meat and cheese. Add the meatballs to the slow cooker. Cover and cook on High for 3 hours or on Low for 6 hours. Equipment 5- to 6-quart slow cooker Tip Don't toss your stale bread! Make your own breadcrumbs. Trim off any tough crusts and tear or cut the bread into pieces. Process in a food processor until coarse or fine crumbs form. To make dry breadcrumbs, spread on a baking sheet and bake at 250°F until dry, about 10 to 15 minutes. Use right away or freeze in an airtight container for up to 6 months. Thaw before using. Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, February 2017; updated December 2022 Rate It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 163 Calories 7g Fat 7g Carbs 14g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 10 Serving Size 3 meatballs & 1/4 cup sauce Calories 163 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 7g 3% Dietary Fiber 2g 6% Total Sugars 3g Protein 14g 27% Total Fat 7g 9% Saturated Fat 3g 16% Cholesterol 69mg 23% Vitamin A 800IU 16% Vitamin C 5mg 6% Folate 7mcg 2% Sodium 277mg 12% Calcium 113mg 9% Iron 2mg 12% Magnesium 17mg 4% Potassium 506mg 11% Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs. Powered by the ESHA Research Database © 2018, ESHA Research, Inc. All Rights Reserved