How do you cook meatballs in a slow cooker with grape jelly?

I simply add the frozen meatballs to the crock pot, pour in grape jelly and chili sauce, stir, then let them cook on LOW for 4–5 hours or HIGH for 2.5–3 hours. The slow cooking allows the sauce to thicken and coat the meatballs perfectly.

What meatballs to use for grape jelly meatballs?

I usually go with homestyle frozen meatballs because they’re tender and soak up the sauce nicely. You can use Italian-style or even make your own, but I’ve found homestyle keeps the flavors balanced best.

Can you put meatballs in a crockpot without sauce?

Technically you can, but I wouldn’t recommend it. Without sauce, they tend to dry out and don’t have the same flavor. The sauce is what makes them juicy and irresistible.

What is a substitute for chili sauce in grape jelly meatballs?

Once, when I ran out of chili sauce, I used barbecue sauce instead, and it worked really well. You could also use ketchup with a splash of vinegar and a pinch of spices. It won’t be exactly the same, but it still gives a good sweet and tangy balance.

Crock Pot Grape Jelly Meatballs Recipe

Description

Crock Pot Grape Jelly Meatballs is an easy, flavorful recipe featuring frozen meatballs as the main ingredient. Perfect for weight-conscious meals, this simple slow-cooker dish combines sweet grape jelly and tangy chili sauce for a healthy, crowd-pleasing treat.

Ingredients

32 oz. bag frozen meatballs, I use homestyle

20 oz. grape jelly, I use Welch’s

12 oz. Heinz chili sauce

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Instructions

Put the frozen meatballs in the slow cooker. Add the grape jelly and chili sauce.
Stir until the meatballs are coated in the grape and chili sauce mixture.
Place the lid on the slow cooker.
Cook on HIGH for 2.5-3 hours or LOW for 4-5 hours. Stirring occasionally so the meatballs won’t burn on the edges.

Keeping the grape jelly meatballs warm at a party:

Turn the slow cooker to warm. Can be kept warm at a party for 3+ hours. Stir often, and add a splash of water if the sauce thickens too much.

Stove-Top Instructions:

Add everything to a large pot. Turn to medium low heat, heat for about 15 minutes or until the meatballs are warmed and the sauce starts to thicken.

Prep Time: 5 min
Cook Time: 2.5–5 hours
Category: Main Dish
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: American