Best 6 Slow Cooker Sweet And Pungent Meatballs Recipes

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Calling all meatball enthusiasts! Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with the ultimate guide to creating the most delectable Slow Cooker Sweet and Pungent Meatballs. Embark on a culinary journey as we unveil the secrets behind these succulent delights, transforming ordinary ingredients into an extraordinary dish that will leave you craving for more. Prepare to indulge in a symphony of flavors, where the sweetness of succulent meatballs dances harmoniously with the tangy pungency of a specially crafted sauce.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SLOW-COOKER SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS



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My family asks for these saucy meatballs all year long. I like to make them with ground beef in the winter and ground turkey in the spring.-Rachelle Stratton, Rock Springs, Wyoming

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 3h30m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 cup panko bread crumbs
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons salt-free garlic herb seasoning blend
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds ground beef
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1 cup chicken broth
1 bottle (12 ounces) chili sauce
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup cider or white vinegar
1 green onion, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. Place meatballs on a greased rack in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake until lightly browned, 15-20 minutes., In large bowl, combine tomato sauce, broth, chili sauce, brown sugar and vinegar. Transfer meatballs to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Pour sauce over top. Cook, covered, on low until meatballs are cooked through, 3-4 hours. To serve, sprinkle with green onion.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 77 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 292mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.

EASY CROCK POT SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS



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I think this is a Mr. Food recipe but I saw it made on a news broadcast. It's awesome served with rice and oh so easy!! They used one of those new crock pot liners and so did I and it does make for super quick cleanup.

Provided by LAURIE

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 4h5m

Yield 12-15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (9 -10 ounce) jar sweet and sour sauce
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 1/2 lbs frozen meatballs
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 (20 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained

Steps:

  • If using liner, place it in a slow cooker bowl, fitting it snugly against the bottom and sides of the bowl; pull top of liner over the bowl rim.
  • Place all ingredients in the slow cooker; stir gently then cover with the lid.
  • Cook on low setting for 7 to 8 hours, or on high setting for 4 to 5 hours, until done.
  • Carefully remove the lid to allow steam to escape.
  • Serve directly from the slow cooker over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 69, Fat 0.2, Cholesterol 0.2, Sodium 327.4, Carbohydrate 16.5, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 14.1, Protein 1.2

SLOW-COOKER SWEET SOUR MEATBALLS



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For a meal on busy days, I pop ready-made meatballs in the slow cooker to make this tantalizing Asian-style specialty. Nothing is more convenient than walking in the door to dinner. -Lisa Stepanski, Munnsville, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 5h10m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

16 frozen fully cooked homestyle meatballs (1/2 ounce each) , thawed
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/3 cup white vinegar
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/2 medium green pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 can (8 ounces) pineapple chunks, undrained
Hot cooked rice, optional

Steps:

  • Place meatballs in a 1-1/2-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine the sugar, cornstarch, vinegar and soy sauce; pour over meatballs. Add green pepper. Cover and cook on low for 4-1/2 hours or until pepper is crisp-tender., Stir in pineapple; cover and cook 30 minutes longer. Serve with rice if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 794 calories, Fat 29g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 186mg cholesterol, Sodium 582mg sodium, Carbohydrate 94g carbohydrate (63g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 39g protein.

EASY SLOW COOKER MEATBALLS



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This is an easy recipe that can be prepared in a slow cooker for a great hot meal at the end of the day. Serve with hot cooked spaghetti noodles.

Provided by HUNNIE0913

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 8h20m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½ pounds ground beef
1 ¼ cups Italian seasoned bread crumbs
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
1 egg, beaten
1 (28 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
1 (16 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 (14.25 ounce) can tomato puree

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix the ground beef, bread crumbs, parsley, garlic, onion, and egg. Shape the mixture into 16 meatballs.
  • In a slow cooker, mix the spaghetti sauce, crushed tomatoes, and tomato puree. Place the meatballs into the sauce mixture. Cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179.1 calories, Carbohydrate 18.2 g, Cholesterol 38.5 mg, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 10.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 502.9 mg, Sugar 6.2 g

SLOW COOKER SWEET AND PUNGENT MEATBALLS



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Make and share this Slow Cooker Sweet and Pungent Meatballs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by STARLIGHT by NIGHT

Categories     Meat

Time 6h5m

Yield 5 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 5

5 lbs frozen cooked meatballs
2 (12 ounce) jars grape jelly
2 (12 ounce) jars currant jelly
2 (12 ounce) bottles chili sauce
2 (12 ounce) bottles seafood cocktail sauce

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in the cooking vessel. Stir well. Cover and cook: Low-6 hrs (or) High-4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 861, Fat 0.5, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 1902, Carbohydrate 216.1, Fiber 10.7, Sugar 152.9, Protein 3.8

SLOW COOKER SWEET & SOUR MEATBALLS



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Make and share this Slow Cooker Sweet & Sour Meatballs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Shirl J 831

Categories     Meat

Time 4h10m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (9 -10 ounce) jar sweet and sour sauce
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 1/2 lbs frozen meatballs
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 (20 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained

Steps:

  • Place the liner in a slow cooker bowl, fitting it snugly against the bottom and sides of the bowl; pull top of liner over the bowl rim.
  • Place all ingredients in the slow cooker; stir gently then cover with the lid. Cook on low setting for 7 to 8 hours, or on high setting for 4 to 5 hours, until done.
  • Carefully remove the lid to allow steam to escape. Serve directly from the slow cooker.
  • Tinme is aprox may take 4-5 hours.
  • ** This recipe uses the new slow cooker plastic liners, you will need one.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 77.5, Fat 0.6, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 329, Carbohydrate 18.1, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 16.2, Protein 0.9

Tips:

  • Choose the right meatballs: For the best results, use a combination of ground beef and pork. This will give the meatballs a juicy and flavorful texture.
  • Don't overmix the meatball mixture: Overmixing will make the meatballs tough. Mix the ingredients just until they are combined.
  • Brown the meatballs before slow-cooking: This will help to develop their flavor and prevent them from becoming dry.
  • Use a flavorful sauce: The sauce is what will really make your meatballs shine. Choose a sauce that is sweet, pungent, and flavorful.
  • Cook the meatballs on low heat: This will help to keep them moist and prevent them from overcooking.
  • Serve the meatballs over rice or noodles: This is a classic way to serve meatballs, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.

Conclusion:

Slow-cooker sweet and pungent meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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