Description
Discover this irresistible slow cooker pineapple BBQ meatballs recipe. Easy to prep and packed with flavor these meatballs are a crowd pleaser
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Ground Beef
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 1 large Egg
- 1 cup Pineapple Chunks (canned or fresh)
- 1 cup Barbecue Sauce
- 1 small Deseeded Bell Pepper (diced)
- 1 small Onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- Salt and Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, egg, and diced bell pepper. Season with salt and pepper. Mix until well combined but do not overwork the mixture to keep the meatballs tender.
- Scoop out small portions of the mixture and roll them into 1-inch balls. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- For added flavor, preheat a skillet over medium heat and brown the meatballs in batches for 2-3 minutes on each side. This step is optional but adds a delicious crust.
- Place the meatballs in the slow cooker. Add pineapple chunks and barbecue sauce on top, ensuring all the meatballs are coated.
- Set your slow cooker to low and let it cook for 4-6 hours, or on high for 2-3 hours. The meatballs should be cooked through and tender, bathed in the delicious sauce.
- When ready, carefully serve the meatballs hot. They can be elegantly placed on a platter or served straight from the slow cooker. Consider garnishing with freshly chopped herbs or sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250 calories
- Sugar: 5g
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g