Crockpot Hawaiian Meatballs Recipe
These Crockpot Hawaiian Meatballs offer a deliciously sweet and tangy flavor with tender meatballs slow-cooked in a savory pineapple BBQ sauce. Perfect as an appetizer or main dish, this easy recipe combines frozen meatballs with a vibrant sauce made from pineapple, BBQ sauce, soy sauce, and spices, slow-cooked to perfection for a crowd-pleasing meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-5 hours on Low or 2-3 hours on High
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes to 5 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Meatballs and Vegetables
- 3 lbs frozen meatballs
- 20 oz can pineapple chunks (drained with juice reserved)
- 1 red bell pepper (chopped)
Sauce
- 1 ½ cups BBQ sauce
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- ¼ teaspoon ginger powder
Topping
- 2 tablespoons green onions (sliced, for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Add the frozen meatballs, pineapple chunks, and chopped red bell peppers into the slow cooker, distributing evenly.
- Make Sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together BBQ sauce, brown sugar, white vinegar, soy sauce, minced garlic, and ginger powder until well combined.
- Add Sauce to Meatballs: Pour the prepared sauce over the meatballs, ensuring all pieces are coated with the flavorful mixture.
- Slow Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW setting for 4 to 5 hours or on HIGH for 2 to 3 hours. The meatballs should be fully heated through and reach an internal temperature of 160°F.
- Finish and Serve: Stir the meatballs and sauce thoroughly to coat evenly. Garnish with sliced green onions for a fresh, vibrant finish before serving.
Notes
- Using frozen meatballs saves time and ensures consistent texture and flavor.
- The reserved pineapple juice can be added to the sauce for extra sweetness and moisture if desired.
- Adjust the sweetness by increasing or decreasing the brown sugar according to taste.
- Serve with steamed rice, noodles, or as party appetizers with toothpicks.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently in the microwave or stovetop.
Keywords: Hawaiian meatballs, crockpot meatballs, slow cooker meatballs, pineapple meatballs, BBQ meatballs, easy party appetizer
Find it online: https://leofoster.com/crockpot-hawaiian-meatballs-recipe/
