Description
Cranberry Sauce Meatballs recipe featuring tender meatballs simmered in jellied cranberry sauce, chili sauce, brown sugar, and warm spices, creating a perfectly balanced sweet and savory dish ideal for appetizers or easy dinners.
Ingredients
1 can (14 ounces) jellied cranberry sauce
1 bottle (12 ounces) chili sauce
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 package (32 ounces) frozen fully cooked home-style meatballs, thawed
Instructions
In a large skillet, combine cranberry sauce, chili sauce, brown sugar, chili powder, cumin, and cayenne pepper over medium heat.
Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture forms a smooth glaze.
Add thawed meatballs to the skillet and stir gently to coat.
Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until meatballs are heated through and sauce thickens.
Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with fresh parsley or orange zest if desired.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 30 min
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American