Description
This Hawaiian Meatballs recipe blends savory frozen meatballs with tangy BBQ sauce, sweet pineapple chunks, and colorful bell peppers for a quick and delicious crockpot meal. Perfect as an appetizer or served over rice, it’s an easy go-to for a flavorful dinner with minimal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
Meatballs and Sauce
- 25 frozen meatballs
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
Vegetables and Fruit
- 1–2 bell peppers, cut into chunks (preferably red and orange)
- 1 (15-ounce) can pineapple chunks, with 2-3 tablespoons reserved juice
Seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger (optional)
For Serving (Optional)
- Rice
- Sliced green onion
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: In the bottom of a crockpot, place the frozen meatballs evenly. Add the bell pepper chunks and pineapple chunks on top.
- Add Sauce and Seasoning: Pour one cup of BBQ sauce over the meatballs and vegetables. Drizzle 2 to 3 tablespoons of the reserved pineapple juice over everything. Sprinkle with ¼ teaspoon ground ginger if using, then gently stir to combine all ingredients.
- Cook: Cover the crockpot with its lid and cook on high heat for 2 to 3 hours, or until everything is heated through and the flavors have melded.
- Serve: Enjoy the meatballs as an appetizer or serve them over cooked rice for a hearty main dish. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
- Double the recipe by using 50 meatballs, 2 cups BBQ sauce, and 2 cans of sliced pineapple.
- Keep frozen meatballs, BBQ sauce, and canned pineapple on hand for a quick last-minute dinner option.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Keywords: Hawaiian meatballs, crockpot meatballs, slow cooker recipe, pineapple meatballs, BBQ meatballs, easy dinner, weeknight meal