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Cranberry Crockpot Meatballs

A delicious and effortless dish combining tangy cranberry and savory chili sauce, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time4 hours
Total Time4 hours 15 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cranberry Meatballs, Easy Recipes, Holiday Recipes, Party Appetizer, Slow Cooker Meatballs
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 220kcal

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 package 1 (26 oz) package frozen meatballs (approximately 735 g) Approximately 735 g of frozen meatballs.
  • 1 bottle 1 (12 oz) bottle chili sauce (approximately 340 g) Approximately 340 g of chili sauce.
  • 1 can 1 (15.5 oz) can jellied cranberry sauce (approximately 440 g) Approximately 440 g of jellied cranberry sauce.

Instructions

Preparation

  • Place the frozen meatballs right into the bowl of your slow cooker.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the chili sauce and jellied cranberry sauce until fully combined and smooth.
  • Pour the sauce mixture over the meatballs, ensuring they are well-coated.

Cooking

  • Cook the meatballs on LOW for about 4 hours or on HIGH for 2 hours. Stir halfway through for even flavor distribution.

Serving Suggestions

  • Transfer the meatballs to a serving platter and serve them warm with toothpicks.
  • For a heartier option, serve over rice or mashed potatoes.
  • Complement with fresh vegetable sticks or a light salad.

Notes

Make it spicy with hot sauce or red pepper flakes. Add chopped onions or bell peppers for extra flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.