Slow Cooker Meatballs with Grape Jelly & BBQ Sauce
Ingredients
- 2 lbground chicken
- 1egg
- ½ cbreadcrumbs
- 1 ½ tspsalt
- 1 tspgarlic powder
- 1 tsponion powder
- 1 ½ cBBQ sauce
- ¾ cgrape jelly
can also use blackberry or blueberry jelly
- Ranch dressing for dipping
Directions
- 1
Spray the bottom of a slow cooker and set aside. In a large bowl add the ground chicken, egg, breadcrumbs, salt, garlic powder and onion powder. Use a fork or clean hands and mix ingredients together until well combined.
- 2
In a separate bowl mix together the BBQ sauce and jelly until well combined. Set aside.
- 3
Use a mini ice cream scoop or spoon to scoop out about 1 tablespoon of the mixture. Use wet hands to form the meatballs and to help prevent them from sticking. Place formed meatballs into the bottom of the slow cooker. Once the mixture gets too sticky, wet your hands again and continue forming the meatballs.
- 4
Once you have a single layer of meatballs on the bottom of the slow cooker, pour over a little of the BBQ sauce mixture. Continue forming the meatballs and place on a second layer on top of the sauce. Once all meatballs are formed, pour over the rest of the sauce.
- 5
Cook on LOW for 2 hours, stirring about half way through. Serve with toothpicks and a side of ranch.
Slow Cooker Meatballs with Grape Jelly & BBQ Sauce
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About this Recipe
The Ultimate Easy Appetizer: Slow Cooker Meatballs with Grape Jelly & BBQ Sauce
Looking for the perfect party appetizer that's incredibly easy to make and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser? Look no further than these Slow Cooker Meatballs with Grape Jelly & BBQ Sauce! These mini cocktail meatballs are the ultimate hassle-free party food, requiring minimal effort for maximum flavor.
What makes these grape jelly meatballs so special? It's the magical combination of sweet and savory. We use tender ground chicken meatballs simmered in a rich, tangy sauce made from classic grape jelly and your favorite BBQ sauce. The slow cooker does all the work, transforming simple ingredients into delightfully sticky, smoky, and utterly satisfying bites. Each meatball is packed with flavor from garlic powder, onion powder, and a hint of salt, perfectly balancing the sweetness of the sauce.
These cocktail meatballs are incredibly versatile, making them ideal for game day gatherings, holiday parties, or any potluck where you want to bring something delicious that everyone will love. Just set them out with toothpicks, and watch them disappear! The juicy ground chicken keeps them light, while the unique sauce ensures every bite is bursting with sweet and savory goodness. Plus, with a yield of about 60 mini meatballs, there's plenty to go around!
Tips for Perfect Party Meatballs:
- Jelly Swap: While grape jelly is traditional, feel free to experiment! Blackberry or blueberry jelly can add a delicious twist to these BBQ sauce meatballs.
- Sauce Customization: Use your favorite brand of BBQ sauce—whether it's smoky, sweet, or a little spicy—to tailor the flavor profile to your liking.
- Serving Suggestions: Beyond toothpicks, these meatballs are fantastic served over rice for a simple meal, or tucked into slider buns for mini sandwiches. A drizzle of ranch dressing on the side offers a cool, creamy contrast that's absolutely divine!
Get ready to impress your guests with these effortlessly delicious and incredibly popular slow cooker appetizer meatballs!