Barbecue Meatballs with Grape Jelly
Barbeque Meatballs with Grape Jelly is a classic that's perfect for both weeknight meals or entertaining. The tangy combination of barbecue sauce and grape jelly comes together to create a delicious flavor that everyone in your family will love.
Servings: 6
Calories: 488kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1½ lb meatballs frozen, any variety
- 12 oz chili sauce 1
- 1 cup grape jelly any brand
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- ¼ cup orange juice
- 2 green onions sliced for garnish
Instructions
- Add the frozen meatballs in the bottom of the slow cooker.1½ lb meatballs
- Add the entire bottle of chili sauce on top of the meatballs.12 oz chili sauce
- Next, add the grape jelly, brown sugar, garlic powder, and orange juice to the slow cooker.1 cup grape jelly, ¼ cup brown sugar, 1 tablespoon garlic powder, ¼ cup orange juice
- Stir everything together, making sure all the meatballs are completely covered.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on HIGH for 2 to 3 hours, or LOW for 4 to 6 hours.
- When done, transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with the sliced green onions. Serve with white rice, mashed potatoes, or noodles.2 green onions
Notes
- You can brown the frozen meatballs in a skillet for more flavor before adding to the crockpot.
- If you don't have frozen meatballs, you can make your own. Simply combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, an egg, and your favorite seasonings. Roll the mixture into meatballs and cook them according to the package directions.
- For a spicier meatball, add a few dashes of hot sauce to the grape jelly and barbecue sauce mixture.
Nutrition
Calories: 488kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 82mg | Sodium: 587mg | Potassium: 556mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 34g | Vitamin A: 326IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 2mg