Description
These sweet and tangy Hawaiian meatballs come together with just three ingredients! Perfect for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bag (about 24 oz) frozen meatballs (beef or turkey)
- 1 bottle (16 oz) Hawaiian-style BBQ sauce (or regular BBQ sauce + 1/2 cup pineapple juice)
- 1 can (20 oz) pineapple chunks, drained
Instructions
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Slow Cooker Method:
- Add frozen meatballs, BBQ sauce, and pineapple chunks to a slow cooker. Stir to coat.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or high for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally.
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Stovetop Method:
- In a large pot, combine meatballs, BBQ sauce, and pineapple chunks.
- Cook over medium heat for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
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Serve & Enjoy!
- Serve warm as an appetizer with toothpicks or over rice for a full meal.
Notes:
- Make it spicy: Add a dash of red pepper flakes or Sriracha for some heat.
- Homemade meatballs? You can use homemade cooked meatballs instead of frozen.
- Sauce substitute: If you don’t have Hawaiian BBQ sauce, mix regular BBQ sauce with pineapple juice for a similar taste.