Description
Looking for a quick dinner that tastes like a Sunday roast? This Easy Frozen Meatball Pot Roast is the shortcut you’ve been waiting for. Made with fully cooked frozen meatballs, baby carrots, celery, and a rich beef gravy, it comes together in a slow cooker or on the stovetop with barely any effort. It’s one of those easy dinner ideas that delivers big comfort with little work. Perfect for busy weeknights, cozy weekends, or anytime you’re craving a hearty, stick-to-your-ribs meal. If you’re hunting for simple food ideas, easy recipes, or new dinner ideas—this one is a keeper!
Ingredients
24 oz frozen fully cooked homestyle meatballs
2 cups baby carrots
2 stalks celery, chopped into 1-inch pieces
2 cups beef broth
2 packets brown gravy mix
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
4 cups prepared mashed potatoes (for serving)
Instructions
1. Place frozen meatballs, baby carrots, and chopped celery into a slow cooker or large pot.
2. Pour in beef broth and sprinkle over the brown gravy mix.
3. Add Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir to combine.
4. For slow cooker: Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours.
5. For stovetop: Simmer covered over medium heat for 45–60 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Optional: Thicken the gravy by mixing 1 tablespoon cornstarch with water and stirring it in during the final 10 minutes.
7. Serve hot over creamy mashed potatoes and enjoy!
Notes
Use low-sodium beef broth to better control the saltiness.
Add a cornstarch slurry at the end if you want a thicker gravy.
This dish freezes beautifully—make a double batch and save some for later.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (approx. 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: easy recipe, pot roast, dinner ideas, frozen meatballs, comfort food