Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Crock Pot Hawaiian Meatballs, where sweet pineapple meets zesty BBQ sauce for an unforgettable dish. Perfect for any occasion, from casual weeknight dinners to festive gatherings, these tender meatballs are a hit with both kids and adults. With just five minutes of prep time, you can set your slow cooker to work and enjoy the tantalizing aroma as they cook. Serve them as an appetizer, main course, or even in sandwiches – their versatility makes them a must-try!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds frozen chicken or beef meatballs
- 1 20-ounce can pineapple chunks, drained
- 2 cups BBQ sauce
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup rice apple vinegar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons chopped chives for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the crock pot by adding frozen meatballs and drained pineapple chunks.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together BBQ sauce, soy sauce, rice apple vinegar, and brown sugar. Add fresh grated ginger and minced garlic, stirring until combined.
- Pour the sauce over the meatballs and gently toss to coat evenly.
- Cover and cook on HIGH for 2-3 hours or LOW for 5-6 hours.
- Before serving, sprinkle with chopped chives for a burst of flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: High - 2 to 3 hours / Low - 5 to 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 970mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg