Description
Crockpot Hawaiian Meatballs are a delightful and easy dish, perfect for any occasion. These tender beef meatballs slow-cooked in a vibrant sweet and tangy sauce infuse your meals with a taste of the tropics. Ideal as an appetizer or a main course, they require minimal prep time and just a handful of ingredients. Whether you’re entertaining guests or enjoying a cozy family dinner, these meatballs will impress everyone at the table. Let your slow cooker do the work while you relax and savor the delicious flavors that come together in this effortless recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs frozen beef meatballs
- 13.5 oz can unsweetened pineapple chunks in pineapple juice (drained, juice reserved)
- 1 large green pepper (seeded and diced)
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2/3 cup distilled white vinegar
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
Instructions
- Place the frozen beef meatballs in your crockpot, followed by the diced green pepper and drained pineapple chunks.
- In a mixing bowl, combine reserved pineapple juice, brown sugar, cornstarch, vinegar, and soy sauce. Stir until well-blended.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the meatballs, ensuring everything is evenly coated.
- Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours or until heated through.
- Serve warm from the crockpot, either on their own or over rice for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3-4 hours
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg