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Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Meatballs

A delightful and effortless slow-cooked dish featuring sweet and savory meatballs, perfect for busy days or special gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients

Meatball Base

  • 1 pound frozen meatballs You can use beef, turkey, or chicken meatballs.

Sauce Ingredients

  • 1 cup ketchup Use your favorite brand.
  • 1/2 cup honey Adjust amount for desired sweetness.
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce Use gluten-free soy sauce if needed.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Sauté before adding for deeper flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce Adds depth to the sauce.

Method

Preparation

  • In a slow cooker, mix together ketchup, honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and Worcestershire sauce.
  • Add the frozen meatballs into the slow cooker.
  • Stir well to coat all the meatballs in the sauce.

Cooking

  • Cook on low for 3-4 hours or on high for 1.5-2 hours until the meatballs are heated through and the sauce has thickened.
  • Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20g

Notes

For added depth of flavor, consider sautéing the minced garlic prior to adding it to the slow cooker. Optionally, add a pinch of red pepper flakes for spiciness, or use homemade meatballs for an upgraded twist. Serve with rice, noodles, or as an appetizer with toothpicks.
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