Easy Slow Cooker Hawaiian Style Meatballs Recipe
These Easy Slow Cooker Hawaiian Style Meatballs are a perfect blend of sweet and tangy flavors, making them a crowd-pleasing appetizer or main dish. The combination of barbecue sauce, pineapple, and brown sugar creates a delicious sauce that coats each meatball, making them irresistible. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, this recipe is a must-try for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer, Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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For the Meatballs:
- 3/4 cup barbecue sauce
- 3/4 cup crushed pineapple
- 3/4 cup dark brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon chili sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 20 ounce bag frozen mini party size meatballs
- Chopped parsley (garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In the slow cooker, mix barbecue sauce, crushed pineapple, dark brown sugar, and chili sauce.
- Add Meatballs: Stir in the frozen meatballs until they are fully coated with the sauce.
- Cook: Set the slow cooker to low and cook for 4 to 4 1/2 hours. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve: Keep warm if serving from the slow cooker, or transfer to a serving bowl for immediate serving. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
- You can use your favorite barbecue sauce for this recipe.
- If you prefer a spicier kick, adjust the amount of chili sauce to suit your taste.
- For a homemade barbecue sauce, combine ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, and spices in a saucepan over low heat until thickened.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Slow Cooker, Meatballs, Hawaiian, Easy, Appetizer, Party Food
