Slow Cooker Sweet and Sour Meatballs
Slow Cooker Sweet and Sour Meatballs are the ultimate crowd-pleaser, combining tender meatballs with a tangy, sweet sauce that envelops your taste buds in warmth and flavor. Perfect for game day, family dinners, or cozy nights in, this dish requires minimal effort while delivering maximum satisfaction. With vibrant ingredients and simple steps, you’ll create a delightful centerpiece for any occasion that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound frozen meatballs
- 1 cup canned pineapple chunks (in juice)
- 1 cup bell peppers (chopped, preferably red or yellow)
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Spray the slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a medium bowl, mix ketchup, soy sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, and garlic powder until well combined.
- Place frozen meatballs at the bottom of the slow cooker. Pour the sauce evenly over them. Top with pineapple chunks and chopped bell peppers.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- Stir occasionally if possible to coat meatballs in sauce.
- Serve over rice or noodles; garnish with chopped green onions if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Customize by swapping ground beef for turkey or plant-based proteins. Add vegetables like snap peas or carrots for extra nutrition. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days.