Description
Indulge in the tropical flavors of Crockpot Hawaiian Meatballs, a delightful dish that combines sweet and savory notes for a mouthwatering experience. These meatballs are perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a party or looking for a simple weeknight dinner. Just mix together BBQ sauce, pineapple chunks, and garlic, then let your slow cooker work its magic. The result is tender, flavorful meatballs that are sure to please everyone at your table. Enjoy them as an appetizer with toothpicks, serve over rice for a hearty meal, or get creative with lettuce wraps or pasta. This recipe is as versatile as it is delicious and can be prepared ahead of time for stress-free entertaining.
Ingredients
Scale
- 32 oz frozen meatballs
- 20 oz can pineapple chunks (drained)
- 2 cups BBQ sauce
- 3–4 cloves garlic (minced)
- Green onions or chives (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine BBQ sauce, reserved pineapple juice, and minced garlic.
- Place frozen meatballs in the crockpot and pour the sauce mixture over them.
- Top with drained pineapple chunks.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours or HIGH for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Garnish with chopped green onions or chives before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours (LOW)
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 50mg