Description
These sweet and savory slow-cooked meatballs are perfect for parties, game nights, or an easy weeknight dinner. Made with just a few simple ingredients, they come together effortlessly in your slow cooker, giving you a deliciously sticky, flavorful bite every time!
Ingredients
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- 2 lbs frozen meatballs (beef, turkey, or chicken)
- 1 1/2 cups barbecue sauce (your favorite brand)
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard (optional, for extra depth)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional, for a smoky kick)
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the BBQ sauce, honey, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika.
- Add to slow cooker: Place the frozen meatballs in your crockpot and pour the sauce mixture over them. Stir to coat evenly.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 4–5 hours or high for 2–3 hours, stirring occasionally to ensure even coating.
- Serve: Once heated through, serve immediately as an appetizer with toothpicks or as a main dish over rice or mashed potatoes. Enjoy!
Notes
- Make it spicy: Add 1–2 teaspoons of hot sauce or a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Homemade meatballs: If using fresh meatballs, brown them in a skillet first before adding them to the crockpot.
- Thicker sauce: Let the sauce simmer uncovered for the last 15 minutes of cooking to thicken up.