Slow Cooker Pineapple BBQ Meatballs
Slow Cooker Pineapple BBQ Meatballs are your new go-to for effortless entertaining! These juicy meatballs simmer in a sweet and tangy pineapple BBQ sauce, creating a flavor explosion that will have everyone coming back for more. Perfect as an appetizer or main dish, they require minimal prep time and deliver maximum satisfaction. Ideal for game day, family gatherings, or cozy nights in, this dish is sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Appetizer/Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, well-drained)
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, and soy sauce. Mix until just combined.
- Roll the mixture into equal-sized meatballs, about one inch in diameter.
- Place half of the pineapple chunks in the slow cooker and top with half of the BBQ sauce. Arrange the meatballs on top.
- Add remaining pineapple chunks and BBQ sauce over the meatballs. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- Once cooked, gently stir to coat the meatballs in sauce before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (120g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider browning the meatballs in a skillet before adding them to the slow cooker. Substitute ground beef with turkey or chicken for a leaner option. Add chopped bell peppers or jalapeños for extra crunch and heat.