Description
This Slow-Cooker Grape Jelly Meatballs recipe is a deliciously sweet and spicy appetizer or meal option that combines frozen meatballs with a flavorful sauce of barbecue sauce, grape jelly, and sriracha. Simply combine the ingredients in a slow cooker, let it cook low and slow for tender, juicy meatballs infused with a balanced sweet-heat glaze, and then serve warm. Perfect for parties, gatherings, or an easy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Meatballs
- 2 lb. frozen meatballs
Sauce
- 2 cups barbecue sauce
- 1 (12-oz.) jar grape jelly
- 1/4 cup sriracha
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Place the frozen meatballs in the bowl of your slow cooker. Pour in the barbecue sauce, grape jelly, and sriracha over the meatballs. Stir thoroughly to ensure all meatballs are evenly coated with the sauce mixture.
- Slow Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 3 to 4 hours. This slow cooking process allows the flavors to meld beautifully and results in tender, juicy meatballs.
- Stir and Serve: Before serving, give the meatballs a good stir to redistribute the sauce evenly. Serve warm as an appetizer or alongside your favorite sides for a satisfying meal.
Notes
- For a milder version, reduce or omit the sriracha.
- Use pre-cooked frozen meatballs for convenience.
- Can be made in advance and reheated before serving.
- Great served with rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
- Adjust the cooking time if you use fresh meatballs instead of frozen.
