Embark on a culinary journey with our exploration of the finest recipes for crafting succulent barbecue meatballs in the comforting embrace of your crock pot. Discover the secrets to creating tender, flavorful meatballs smothered in a mouthwatering barbecue sauce that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Whether you prefer a classic barbecue flavor profile or a zesty twist, our curated collection of recipes offers a symphony of options to suit every palate. Prepare to elevate your next gathering or indulge in a cozy dinner at home with these irresistible slow-cooker barbecue meatballs that promise to satisfy your cravings and warm your soul.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
CROCKPOT BBQ MEATBALLS
Crockpot BBQ Meatballs has just 4 ingredients and the slow cooker makes it super easy. Enjoy an easy dinner when you make slow cooker bbq meatballs.
Provided by Eating on a Dime
Categories Main Course
Time 4h5m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Dump all the ingredients in a crock pot. Stir until all the ingredients are well combined.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 565 kcal, Carbohydrate 39 g, Protein 26 g, Fat 33 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Cholesterol 109 mg, Sodium 1064 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 32 g, ServingSize 1 serving
BBQ CROCKPOT MEATBALLS
These BBQ Crockpot Meatballs are a quick and easy party appetizer you can whip up in no time! The best part is, there are only 3 easy ingredients and you can use frozen meatballs or homemade.
Provided by Christina Hitchcock
Categories Appetizers and Dips
Time 1h5m
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Add the meatballs, grape jelly and BBQ sauce to a slow cooker; Stir to combine.
- Cook on high for 1 hour then turn the slow cooker to the warm setting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 390 kcal, Carbohydrate 47 g, Protein 13 g, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 54 mg, Sodium 493 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 35 g, UnsaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving
BARBECUED MEATBALLS
Enjoy these meatballs in a wonderfully tangy sauce! Use your favorite flavor of barbecue sauce. When the meatballs are done, you can place them in a slow cooker/server to keep them warm.
Provided by AZTHESPIAN
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Meat and Poultry Meatball Appetizer Recipes
Time 1h20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- In a large bowl, combine the beef, bread, onion, milk, salt and eggs. Shape into little meatballs, about 1 inch in size. Place the meatballs into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 25 to 30 minutes. Pour barbecue sauce over the meatballs and bake for 35 more minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 553.8 calories, Carbohydrate 38.7 g, Cholesterol 144.2 mg, Fat 32.9 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 23.7 g, SaturatedFat 13.1 g, Sodium 1390.4 mg, Sugar 18.7 g
SLOW COOKER PINEAPPLE-BBQ MEATBALLS
This recipe is a snap to put together with frozen meatballs, pre-made BBQ sauce, and a can of pineapple chunks. Everyone always loves it served as an appetizer at parties and pitch-ins, or my family likes it served over rice for a dinner meal.
Provided by Tammy Lynn
Time 2h5m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine frozen meatballs, barbeque sauce, pineapple chunks and juice, onion, bell pepper, and garlic powder in a slow cooker. Mix all ingredients together until the meatballs are well covered with sauce using a large spoon. Put the lid on the slow cooker.
- Cook on Low for 4 to 6 hours, or High for 2 to 3 hours. Stir well before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 311.5 calories, Carbohydrate 34.7 g, Cholesterol 75.4 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 15.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 677.3 mg, Sugar 22.1 g
BBQ MEATBALLS
Super easy appetizer that takes next to no work at all. Tastes great!
Provided by MADDIES MOM
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Meat and Poultry Meatball Appetizer Recipes
Time 4h2m
Yield 7
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Place prepared meatballs, barbeque sauce, and ketchup in a slow cooker. Let cook on a low heat for 4 hours, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 322 calories, Carbohydrate 32.1 g, Cholesterol 49.5 mg, Fat 17 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 9.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 1381.2 mg, Sugar 21.1 g
MEATBALLS IN BARBECUE SAUCE
This recipe came from my home ec teacher in high school. I enjoy making it because you can throw it in the oven and still have time to do other things.-Yvonne Nave, Lyons, Kansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers Dinner
Time 50m
Yield about 4 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls. , Place meatballs on a greased rack in a shallow baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 18-20 minutes or until meat is no longer pink; drain. , Meanwhile, combine the sauce ingredients in a saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Pour over meatballs. Bake 10-12 minutes longer.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 474 calories, Fat 18g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 119mg cholesterol, Sodium 973mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 28g protein.
CROCK POT MAPLE BARBECUED MEATBALLS
Put this recipe together when I was having a buffet style dinner for family birthday party. I had a bottle of maple syrup that was just craving to be put in something. Everyone loved it so decided to post.
Provided by Tiggrr
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 6h15m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Mix together barbeque sauce and maple syrup.
- Add pineapple, green pepper and garlic.
- Pour half the sauce into crock pot.
- Add the meatballs.
- Cover with remaining sauce.
- Cook for 6 hrs on low setting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 272, Fat 0.3, Sodium 537.5, Carbohydrate 68.6, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 56.4, Protein 0.4
Tips:
- Use fresh or frozen meatballs for best results. Frozen meatballs can be cooked from frozen, but fresh meatballs will cook more evenly.
- Brown the meatballs before adding them to the crock pot. This will help them to hold their shape and prevent them from becoming dry.
- Use a variety of sauces to flavor the meatballs. BBQ sauce, tomato sauce, and teriyaki sauce are all popular options.
- Add vegetables to the crock pot along with the meatballs. This will help to bulk up the dish and make it more nutritious.
- Cook the meatballs on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours. The longer the meatballs cook, the more tender they will become.
- Serve the meatballs over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes. They can also be served as an appetizer or party food.
Conclusion:
Cooking barbecue meatballs in a crock pot is a great way to make a delicious and easy meal. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give crock pot barbecue meatballs a try.
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