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Slow Cooker Pineapple Barbecue Meatballs

Sweet and Savory Slow Cooker Pineapple Barbecue Meatballs

These Slow Cooker Pineapple Barbecue Meatballs are a crowd-pleaser with a delightful fusion of sweet pineapple and tangy barbecue flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Thickening Time 30 minutes
Total Time 6 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 8 meatballs
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 package Frozen Meatballs Choose pre-cooked varieties for convenience.
For the Sauce
  • 1 can (20 oz) Pineapple Chunks Drained
  • 1 bottle (18 oz) Barbecue Sauce Select your favorite brand.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Coconut sugar is a good substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free.
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch Optional, for thickening.
  • 1 tbsp Water Use to create a slurry with cornstarch.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Prepare the Slow Cooker by plugging it in and setting it to low heat.
  2. Combine the barbecue sauce, brown sugar, and soy sauce in a bowl until smooth.
  3. Add frozen meatballs and pineapple chunks to the slow cooker.
  4. Pour the sauce mixture over the meatballs and pineapple.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours.
  6. Optionally, thickening the sauce by adding a cornstarch and water slurry.
  7. Serve the meatballs hot as an appetizer or over rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 10gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Allow the meatballs to cook for the full 4-6 hours for best flavor integration.

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