This easy and delicious recipe for Pineapple BBQ Meatballs is a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors, making it an ideal dish for family dinners, potlucks, or casual gatherings. With minimal prep time and the convenience of using a slow cooker, this recipe delivers tender, flavorful meatballs that are coated in a tangy pineapple barbecue sauce.
A Sweet and Savory Crowd-Pleaser
The combination of tangy barbecue sauce, sweet pineapple, and rich brown sugar creates a sticky, flavorful glaze that coats each meatball beautifully. These meatballs make a great appetizer or main dish when paired with rice or vegetables. The best part? The slow cooker does most of the work for you, so you can relax while the flavors meld together.
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 2 hours
Serving: 4-6 servings
Equipment: Slow cooker
Pineapple BBQ Meatballs
Ingredients:
- 1 (16 oz.) package frozen meatballs
- 1 (18 oz.) bottle of your preferred BBQ sauce
- 1 (20 oz.) can pineapple chunks, with juice
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Reserved pineapple juice (optional)
Preparation:
- Place the frozen meatballs at the bottom of your slow cooker.
- Pour the entire bottle of BBQ sauce and the can of pineapple chunks (including the juice) over the meatballs.
- Add the brown sugar and garlic powder, then stir everything together until well combined.
- Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on high for 2 hours, or until the meatballs are heated through and fully cooked.
- Stir occasionally to make sure the meatballs are evenly coated in the sauce.
Serve and Enjoy
These Slow Cooker Pineapple BBQ Meatballs are best enjoyed hot and fresh, straight from the slow cooker. They can be served on their own as an appetizer or alongside rice, mashed potatoes, or even inside a sandwich bun for a hearty meal. The sweet and tangy sauce makes this dish an instant hit at any gathering. Enjoy the flavors, and watch these meatballs disappear in no time!