Slow-Cooker Easy Italian Meatball Stew

Health score
45%
Slow-Cooker Easy Italian Meatball Stew
490 min.
4
419kcal

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Are you looking for a comforting and hearty meal that requires minimal effort? Look no further than this Slow-Cooker Easy Italian Meatball Stew! Perfect for busy weekdays or lazy weekends, this dish combines the rich flavors of Italian cuisine with the convenience of a slow cooker, allowing you to set it and forget it while it transforms into a delicious stew.

Imagine coming home to the enticing aroma of tender meatballs simmering in a savory tomato sauce, complemented by sweet pearl onions and vibrant bell peppers. This stew not only warms the soul but also provides a balanced meal with a delightful mix of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates. With just a handful of ingredients, including frozen cooked meatballs and diced tomatoes with Italian herbs, you can whip up a satisfying dish that serves four people.

Whether you're serving it for lunch, dinner, or as a main course, this stew is sure to impress family and friends alike. Top each serving with a sprinkle of fresh Parmesan cheese for an extra touch of flavor that will have everyone coming back for seconds. So grab your slow cooker and get ready to enjoy a delicious Italian-inspired meal that’s as easy to make as it is to savor!

Ingredients

  • 16 oz meatballs frozen italian thawed cooked
  • cup pearl onions frozen
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 29 oz tomatoes diced with italian-style herbs, undrained canned
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • tablespoons water 
  • 2.5 cups bell pepper frozen thawed drained
  • 0.3 cup parmesan fresh shredded

Equipment

  • bowl
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. In 3 1/2 to 4-quart slow cooker, combine meatballs, onions, salt and tomatoes; mix well.
  2. Cover; cook on low setting for 6 to 8 hours.
  3. About 20 minutes before serving, in small bowl, blend flour and water until smooth. Stir flour mixture into stew. Stir in bell pepper and onion stir-fry. Increase heat setting to high; cover and cook an additional 15 to 20 minutes or until stew has thickened and bell peppers are thoroughly heated.
  4. Sprinkle individual servings with cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories419kcal
Protein23.42%
Fat55.53%
Carbs21.05%

Properties

Glycemic Index
40.25
Glycemic Load
4.52
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
28.918260738254%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.62mg
Isorhamnetin
2.96mg
Kaempferol
0.42mg
Myricetin
0.08mg
Quercetin
13.25mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:419.2kcal
20.96%
Fat:26.29g
40.44%
Saturated Fat:10.07g
62.95%
Carbohydrates:22.42g
7.47%
Net Carbohydrates:17.31g
6.29%
Sugar:11.37g
12.63%
Cholesterol:85.9mg
28.63%
Sodium:754.77mg
32.82%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:24.94g
49.88%
Vitamin C:143.49mg
173.92%
Vitamin B1:1.03mg
68.8%
Vitamin A:3214.15IU
64.28%
Vitamin B6:1.01mg
50.59%
Selenium:31.17µg
44.53%
Vitamin B3:7.6mg
38.01%
Phosphorus:326.29mg
32.63%
Vitamin B2:0.51mg
30.23%
Potassium:1004.53mg
28.7%
Zinc:3.32mg
22.1%
Folate:83.49µg
20.87%
Iron:3.74mg
20.8%
Fiber:5.12g
20.47%
Vitamin E:2.9mg
19.31%
Manganese:0.38mg
18.89%
Calcium:174.68mg
17.47%
Magnesium:64.9mg
16.23%
Vitamin B12:0.87µg
14.48%
Vitamin B5:1.41mg
14.13%
Copper:0.24mg
12.03%
Vitamin K:10.88µg
10.36%