Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Crock Pot Sweet and Sour Meatballs, a dish that effortlessly combines tender meatballs, juicy pineapple, and vibrant peppers in a tangy homemade sauce. This easy recipe is perfect for any occasion—whether you’re hosting a party, preparing a family dinner, or looking for a quick meal prep option. The slow-cooked process allows the flavors to meld beautifully, creating an irresistible dish that will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. With minimal preparation and versatile serving options, these meatballs are sure to become a favorite among both kids and adults.
Ingredients
Scale
- 28 ounces frozen meatballs
- 20 ounces canned pineapple chunks in 100% juice (save juice)
- 1 green pepper, diced
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2/3 cup vinegar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
Instructions
- Drain the pineapple juice into a medium bowl (you'll need about one cup).
- Place frozen meatballs in a 4-6 quart crock pot. Top with pineapple chunks and diced green peppers.
- In the bowl with pineapple juice, whisk together brown sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, and cornstarch until well combined.
- Pour the sauce over the meatball mixture in the crock pot, ensuring everything is evenly coated.
- Cover and cook on low for 2 hours.
- Switch to high heat for an additional hour to thicken the sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 35mg