Juicy, sweet, and slightly tangy, these Best Crockpot Meatballs are the ultimate party appetizer or weeknight comfort food.
Prep Time5 minutesmins
Cook Time4 hourshrs
Total Time4 hourshrs5 minutesmins
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy
Servings: 10servings
Calories: 300kcal
Equipment
Crockpot
Ingredients
Ingredients
1jar (32 oz)Grape jelly
1bottle (12 oz)BBQ sauce or chili sauce
2-3poundsFrozen meatballs
2tablespoonsKetchup
1tablespoonBrown sugar
1/4cupWater
Instructions
Add grape jelly, BBQ or chili sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, and water to the Crockpot.
Stir until the sauce is smooth and well combined.
Add frozen meatballs and gently stir to coat them in the sauce.
Cover and cook on LOW for 4–6 hours (or HIGH for 2–3 hours), stirring occasionally.
If using homemade meatballs, freeze them for 20 minutes before cooking and cook on LOW for 6 hours.
Serve warm as an appetizer or over rice, mashed potatoes, or noodles as a main dish.
Notes
Try mixing BBQ and chili sauce for extra depth. Add hot sauce for a spicy kick. These meatballs freeze well and are perfect for meal prep or party make-ahead.