Slow Cooker 5-Ingredient Meatball Marinara Pasta

Busy day? Let your slow cooker do the work!
This 5-Ingredient Meatball Marinara Pasta is the perfect no-fuss comfort food. Just toss everything in the crockpot—no chopping, no browning—just cozy, cheesy pasta goodness waiting for you at dinnertime. 🍝✨

📝 Ingredients:

• 1 (24 oz) jar marinara sauce

• 1 (12 oz) box uncooked penne or rotini pasta

• 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes (undrained)

• 1 (26 oz) bag frozen fully cooked meatballs

• 2 cups water or low-sodium beef broth

🍽️ Optional Add-ons (not included in 5 ingredients):

• Shredded mozzarella or Parmesan cheese (for topping)

• Fresh basil or parsley (for garnish)

👨‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Add to Slow Cooker
   Add marinara sauce, diced tomatoes (with juice), frozen meatballs, and water or broth to your slow cooker. Stir to combine.

2. Cook
   Cover and cook on LOW for 4–6 hours or HIGH for 2–3 hours.

3. Add Pasta
   Stir in the uncooked pasta. Cover and cook on HIGH for 20–30 minutes, or until pasta is tender. Stir halfway through if possible.

4. Serve
   Top with cheese and herbs if desired. Serve warm!

📌 Tips:

• Add more liquid if pasta seems too dry.

• Use turkey, beef, or plant-based meatballs—whatever you like!

• For extra flavor, stir in garlic powder or Italian seasoning (optional).