Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Place the frozen Homestyle meatballs directly into the crockpot. No thawing is needed.
- Pour the sweet red chili sauce evenly over the meatballs, then add the grape jelly on top.
- Add the thoroughly drained pineapple tidbits. Press them gently with a paper towel after draining to remove excess liquid.
- Stir everything together gently until the meatballs are coated as evenly as possible.
- Place the lid on the crockpot and cook on HIGH for 1 to 2 hours or on LOW for 3 to 4 hours.
- Stir once or twice during cooking to redistribute the sauce and ensure even coating on all meatballs.
- Remove the lid, give everything a final stir, and serve directly from the crockpot. Keep on WARM setting for parties.
Notes
Always use Homestyle meatballs, not Italian. Drain pineapple tidbits thoroughly and pat dry to prevent a thin sauce. For extra heat, stir in Sriracha or red pepper flakes before cooking. For a milder version, add a tablespoon of honey or brown sugar. Turkey meatballs work as a lighter substitute. Recipe halves easily in a 5 to 6 quart crockpot.
