Slow Cooker BBQ Meatballs

Tangy, spicy, and a little smoky, these Steakhouse BBQ Meatballs come together quickly and will disappear just as fast! A great party has a meatball appetizer!

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Course: Best Cocktail Meatballs

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 2

Total Time: 2 5

Servings:

Author: Jennifer Stewart

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Ingredients

Steakhouse BBQ Sauce

24 ounces Ketchup
1 tablespoon A.1. Steakhouse
1 teaspoon liquid smoke
1/4 cup molasses
2 tablespoons All-Purpose Steakhouse Seasoning
1/2 cup water

Meatballs

28 ounces frozen meatballs

Instructions

Mix together the ingredients for the Steakhouse BBQ Sauce.
Place meatballs in the crockpot.
Cover with sauce.
Stir to coat evenly.
Cook on high for 2-3 hours or on low for up to 5 hours.
Enjoy!

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Notes

You can use my steak seasoning which pairs well with these sauce but if you want more bbq flavor try my BBQ rub!
Switch out the beef for ground chicken or ground turkey meatballs. This recipe works with any type of meatball.
Make sure you give them a stir every hour to make sure the meatballs get evenly heated and let the sauce get all warm and yummy.
Be sure to cook until the meatballs reach an internal temperature of 165F.
Serve with toothpicks or forks if you like.
Use a crockpot liner for easier clean up!
Store any leftover meatballs in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or in the oven.
Save the leftovers and make meatball sliders the next day.
Cooking time will vary based on high or low cooking temperatures. Keep them warm when serving.

{Originally Published 9/11/2018 - photos and recipe notes updated 09/11/2022}

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