Description
This Easy Grape Jelly Meatballs recipe combines the sweetness of grape jelly with tangy barbecue sauce and a hint of chili garlic for a flavorful appetizer perfect for parties and gatherings. Simply toss frozen cooked meatballs with the sauces in a slow cooker and let them simmer until tender and delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
Meatballs
- 32 oz frozen fully cooked meatballs
Sauce
- 1 cup grape jelly (preferably Smuckers brand)
- 1 1/2 cups barbecue sauce (preferably Sweet Baby Ray’s brand)
- 2 Tbsp chili garlic sauce
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add the frozen meatballs, grape jelly, barbecue sauce, and chili garlic sauce into the base of the slow cooker. Mix well until all the meatballs are evenly coated with the sauce mixture.
- Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 3 to 4 hours. For larger meatballs, cook for 4 to 5 hours on low. Stir the meatballs halfway through cooking to ensure even flavor absorption.
- Keep Warm and Serve: After cooking, keep the meatballs covered on the warm setting until ready to serve. Optionally, garnish with chopped parsley or chives for a fresh touch before serving.
Notes
- Use fully cooked frozen meatballs to simplify preparation and ensure they heat through properly.
- Adjust cooking time depending on the size of the meatballs; larger ones require longer cooking for tenderness.
- Garnishing with fresh parsley or chives adds color and subtle freshness.
- This recipe is perfect for potlucks, game days, or as party appetizers.
