Slow Cooker Cranberry Chili Meatballs
Transform your next gathering with these irresistibly sweet and spicy Slow Cooker Cranberry Chili Meatballs! Combining the tangy zest of cranberry sauce with the bold kick of chili sauce, this easy recipe creates a luscious, sticky glaze that perfectly coats tender, juicy meatballs. With just 5 minutes of prep time, your slow cooker does all the work, gently simmering the flavors to perfection. A hint of brown sugar and Worcestershire sauce adds depth, while a touch of cayenne pepper (optional) brings a customizable heat. Perfect for holiday parties, potlucks, or an indulgent weeknight dinner, these crowd-pleasers can be served as an appetizer or over rice for a hearty main course. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color, and watch as this stress-free dish steals the show!
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Ingredients
- 32 oz Frozen meatballs
- 14 oz Cranberry sauce (whole berry or jellied)
- 12 oz Chili sauce
- 2 tbsp Brown sugar
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 0.25 tsp Cayenne pepper (optional, for added spice)
- 1 tbsp Fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)
Directions
Step 1
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine cranberry sauce, chili sauce, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and cayenne pepper (if using). Whisk until smooth and well-combined.
Step 2
Place the frozen meatballs into the slow cooker.
Step 3
Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the meatballs, ensuring they are well-coated.
Step 4
Set the slow cooker to 'Low' and cook for 3 hours, stirring occasionally to evenly coat the meatballs with the sauce.
Step 5
Once the meatballs are heated through and the sauce has thickened slightly, turn the slow cooker to the 'Warm' setting to keep them ready for serving.
Step 6
Transfer the meatballs to a serving dish or serve directly from the slow cooker.
Step 7
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired, and serve warm as an appetizer or over rice for a main dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1674.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3465.8 |
| Total Fat 192.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 74.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 533.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 11957.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 317.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 236.5g | |
| Protein 128.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 468.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 20.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2353.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories