Crock Pot Spaghetti Recipe
An easy crock pot spaghetti recipe made with simple pantry ingredients, cooked low and slow for a cozy, hands-off dinner the whole family will love.
Servings 8 people
Calories 450kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef or Italian sausage
- 1 pound dry spaghetti
- 48 ounces pasta sauce
- 4 cups chicken broth (or water)
- 1 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried minced onion
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat, then drain any grease.
- Pour the pasta sauce into the bottom of the slow cooker, then add the ground beef.
- Pour in the water, then sprinkle the seasonings on top.
- Lay the spaghetti noodles on top (you may have to break them in half to get them to fit), then lightly press them down into the liquid until they are fully submerged.
- Cover and cook on low for 1.5 to 2.5 hours, stirring occasionally to keep the noodles from sticking to each other and to check for doneness.
Notes
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Recipe Notes:
- Use regular spaghetti noodles only — thin spaghetti will overcook and become mushy.
- Stir occasionally during cooking to prevent noodles from sticking together.
- Cooking time may vary by slow cooker; begin checking for doneness at 1½ hours.
- If the pasta absorbs too much liquid, stir in a splash of broth or water before serving.
- Ground beef can be substituted with Italian sausage or ground turkey if desired.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 450kcal