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Warm meatballs served in a bowl, highlighting their juicy texture and herb garnish.

Easy Crockpot Meatballs

These Easy Crockpot Meatballs are tender, sweet, and savory, made with frozen meatballs, BBQ sauce, and grape jelly for a simple slow cooker dish that works perfectly as an appetizer or easy family meal.
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Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy Crockpot Meatballs
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours
Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs frozen meatballs
  • 15 oz BBQ sauce
  • 1 large 32-oz jar grape jelly

Instructions

Prepare the sauce.

  • Place the BBQ sauce and grape jelly into the crockpot. Stir until the ingredients are combined as evenly as possible.

Add the meatballs.

  • Add the frozen meatballs to the crockpot and toss gently to coat them in the sauce mixture.

Cook.

  • Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6 hours.

Stir before serving.

  • Once the meatballs are fully heated through and the sauce is smooth, stir well to coat the meatballs evenly.

Serve.

  • Serve warm as an appetizer or over your preferred side dish.

Notes

To make these Easy Crockpot Meatballs gluten free, use certified gluten-free frozen meatballs and a gluten-free BBQ sauce. Also confirm that the grape jelly is free from hidden gluten-containing additives if needed for strict dietary requirements. Because processed meatballs and sauces can vary by brand, always check labels carefully if preparing this recipe for someone with celiac disease or a strict gluten-free diet.