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Crock Pot Party Meatballs

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These Crock Pot Party Meatballs are a classic crowd-pleasing appetizer featuring juicy frozen halal meatballs simmered in a sweet and tangy glaze made from grape jelly and chili sauce. With minimal prep and the ease of a slow cooker, you get a warm, glossy batch of irresistible meatballs perfect for parties, potlucks, or game day gatherings.
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Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours
Servings: 14 portions
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 330
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 32 oz grape jelly 1 jar
  • 24 oz Heinz chili sauce 2 jars
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes optional
For the Meatballs
  • 5 lbs frozen meatballs halal beef or halal turkey

Equipment

  • Slow cooker/Crock pot
  • Whisk
  • Large spoon
  • Meat thermometer (optional, for checking doneness)

Method
 

  1. Add the grape jelly, chili sauce, and, if using, red pepper flakes to your slow cooker. Whisk together until the sauce is smooth.
  2. Add the frozen halal meatballs to the slow cooker and gently stir so they are evenly coated with the sauce.
  3. Cover and cook on high for 2-3 hours or on low for 4-6 hours, until the meatballs are heated through and reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
  4. After cooking, switch the slow cooker to the 'keep warm' setting until ready to serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 330kcal

Notes

You can use either halal beef or turkey frozen meatballs, but make sure they are fully cooked and unseasoned for best results. Grape jelly can be swapped out for apricot or cranberry preserves for a different flavor twist, though this will alter the taste slightly. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months; reheat gently in the slow cooker or microwave. Serve with toothpicks as an appetizer, or pile onto slider buns for a heartier snack. The sauce will thicken as it cools but loosens up when reheated.

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