Slow Cooker Meatballs with Just 3 Ingredients

Slow Cooker Meatballs with Just 3 Ingredients: A New Take on Comfort Food

Craving a cozy, hands-off dinner that still feels like a warm hug? These Slow Cooker Sweet & Sour Meatballs are your weeknight miracle — just three ingredients, zero stress, and maximum flavor. Perfect for busy nights, potlucks, or anytime you want comfort without the cleanup.

 Equipment You’ll Need

• 3 to 4‑quart slow cooker
• Mixing bowl and whisk
• Serving spoon or spatula

 Ingredients (Serves 4–6)

• 1 (32 oz) bag frozen meatballs
• 1 cup grape jelly
• 1 cup chili sauce

 Instructions

1. Add the Meatballs: Place the frozen meatballs in the bottom of your slow cooker.
2. Mix the Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the grape jelly and chili sauce until smooth.
3. Combine & Cook: Pour the sauce over the meatballs, stirring gently to coat them evenly.
4. Slow Cook: Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours or HIGH for 2–3 hours. Stir once or twice if you remember.
5. Serve & Enjoy: Spoon the hot meatballs and sauce into a serving dish. They’re perfect over rice, alongside veggies, or straight from toothpick skewers!

 Tips & Variations

• Turn Up the Heat: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of sriracha to the sauce before cooking.
• Flavor Swap: Swap grape jelly for apricot preserves, peach jam, or even mango chutney for a new twist.
• From Scratch: Use homemade or store‑bought fresh meatballs for a less processed version.
• Make It Gluten-Free: Check labels on meatballs and chili sauce, or use gluten-free alternatives.

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Slow Cooker Sweet & Sour Meatballs (3 Ingredients)

Slow Cooker Meatballs with Just 3 Ingredients: A New Take on Comfort Food

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Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1 32 oz bag frozen meatballs
• 1 cup grape jelly
• 1 cup chili sauce

Equipment

• 3 to 4‑quart slow cooker
• Mixing bowl and whisk
• Serving spoon or spatula

Method

 

1. Place meatballs in slow cooker.
2. Whisk together jelly and chili sauce; pour over meatballs.
3. Cook on LOW 4–5 hrs or HIGH 2–3 hrs, stirring occasionally.
4. Serve hot over rice, veggies, or as appetizer bites.

Notes

For extra heat, add red pepper flakes or sriracha.

Try apricot preserves instead of grape jelly.

Ensure gluten-free ingredients if needed.

This recipe is proof that sometimes less really is more. With minimal ingredients and effort, you’ll come home to a meal that feels indulgent and comforting. Let your slow cooker do the work — you deserve it!