Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Meatballs Recipe
This Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Meatballs recipe offers a deliciously sweet and savory dish perfect for an effortless meal. The tender meatballs simmer slowly in a rich honey garlic sauce made with brown sugar, ketchup, soy sauce, and fresh garlic, creating an irresistible combo ideal as an appetizer or served over rice or in sandwiches.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 to 4 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 5 minutes to 4 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Sauce Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Main Ingredients
- 28 oz. fully cooked, frozen meatballs
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce: In a mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar, honey, ketchup, soy sauce, and minced garlic thoroughly to create a well-blended sauce.
- Coat the meatballs: Add the frozen fully cooked meatballs into the sauce, stirring gently to ensure all the meatballs are evenly coated in the honey garlic sauce.
- Slow cook: Transfer the sauced meatballs into your slow cooker. Set it on low heat and cook for 3 to 4 hours. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and help the flavors meld.
- Season and garnish: After cooking, taste and add salt and pepper as needed. Optionally, sprinkle with sesame seeds, chopped parsley, or cilantro for added texture and flavor.
- Serve: Serve the meatballs hot as an appetizer, or over steamed rice, or inside sandwich rolls for a satisfying meal.
Notes
- Use fully cooked frozen meatballs for convenience and ease.
- Cooking time may vary slightly depending on your slow cooker model.
- For added texture, garnish with toasted sesame seeds and fresh herbs.
- This dish can be doubled or halved easily.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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