Easy Grape Jelly Meatballs Recipe
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Easy Grape Jelly Meatballs Recipe
Description
Easy Grape Jelly Meatballs Recipe pairs frozen cooked meatballs with a sauce combining grape jelly, barbecue sauce, and chili garlic sauce, all cooked slowly in a crockpot. The grape jelly lends sweetness that balances with smoky barbecue, while chili garlic sauce adds a subtle heat. As the meatballs cook on low heat for several hours, the sauce thickens slightly and clings to each piece. This method infuses the meatballs with a glossy, fragrant coating and keeps them tender. The recipe suggests stirring midway through cooking to ensure even coating and heat distribution.
These meatballs can be garnished with fresh parsley or chives for color and a mild herbaceous note. The combination of sweet, smoky, and spicy flavors provides a versatile snack or appetizer option suitable for casual gatherings or potlucks. The use of frozen meatballs and bottled sauces makes this a convenient dish when preparing for a group.
The included note mentions that the chili garlic sauce adds a slight kick; omitting it creates a sweeter sauce if preferred. This flexibility allows the recipe to be adjusted according to taste, either keeping a mild heat or emphasizing sweetness.
Ingredients
- 32 oz meatballs frozen, fully cooked
- 1 cup grape jelly we like Smuckers brand
- 1 1/2 cup barbecue sauce we like Sweet Baby Ray's brand
- 2 Tbsp Chili garlic sauce
Instructions
- Add the frozen meatballs, grape jelly, barbecue sauce, and chili sauce into the base of the slow cooker. Mix until well combined.
- Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours (larger meatballs may take 4-5 hours on low), stirring halfway through cooking. Keep covered and on the warm setting until ready to serve. Garnish with parsley or chives if desired.
Notes
- The chili garlic sauce adds a mild spicy kick; omit it for a sweeter flavor profile.
- Use fully cooked frozen meatballs for convenience and even cooking.
- Stir the sauce halfway through cooking to ensure the meatballs are evenly coated.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or chives to add a fresh note before serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12servings as an appetizer
Amount Per Serving
Calories 342 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 342kcal | 17% |
| Carbs | 35g | |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 54mg | 18% |
| Sodium | 558mg | 23% |
| Potassium | 322mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 26g | 52% |
| Vitamin A | 85IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 28mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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