crockpot pineapple barbecue meatballs

Ingredients:

• 1 kg frozen meatballs (beef, chicken, or turkey)
• 1 cup barbecue sauce
• 1 cup pineapple chunks (with juice)
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/3 cup ketchup
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions:

1. add the frozen meatballs to your crockpot.
2. in a bowl, mix barbecue sauce, pineapple (with juice), brown sugar, ketchup, soy sauce, garlic powder, and black pepper.
3. pour the sauce over the meatballs and stir gently to coat.
4. cover and cook on low for 5–6 hours or high for 2–3 hours.
5. stir occasionally if possible, until meatballs are heated through and coated in thick, glossy sauce.

tips for best results

• use a smoky barbecue sauce for deeper flavor
• add a pinch of chili flakes if you want a sweet-spicy kick
• serve with toothpicks for parties or over rice for a full meal

serving ideas

• over steamed white rice or jasmine rice
• with mashed potatoes
• as a party appetizer
• inside slider buns for mini sandwiches

timing

• prep time: 5 minutes
• cook time: 2–6 hours
• total time: up to 6 hours

variations

• swap pineapple with mango for a tropical twist
• use homemade meatballs instead of frozen
• add bell peppers or onions for extra texture