Bbq Meatballs Crock Pot Style Recipe

Fall-apart tender BBQ meatballs made easy in your slow cooker! This recipe, inspired by Steph's Country Kitchen Goodness, delivers juicy, flavorful meatballs smothered in a tangy BBQ sauce. Perfect for game day, parties, or a weeknight dinner, these meatballs are sure to become a family favorite. Get ready for tender, deliciousness!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 270 mins
Calories 565.7 kcal
Protein 79g
Rating 4.0 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Bbq Meatballs Crock Pot Style

  • Lean Ground Beef
  • Cracker
  • Barbecue Sauce
  • 1 large egg
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Chili Powder
  • Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 2 tbsp margarine

How to Make Bbq Meatballs Crock Pot Style

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground beef, 1 cup crushed saltine crackers, 2 tbsp BBQ sauce, 1 large egg, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1/2 tsp paprika, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  3. Melt 2 tbsp margarine in a skillet over medium heat.
  4. Add 1/2 cup chopped onion to the skillet and saute until tender, about 5 minutes.
  5. Add the sauteed onion to the beef mixture and mix well to combine.
  6. Shape the beef mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a non-stick baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 20 minutes, or until lightly browned.
  8. While the meatballs are baking, pour the remaining BBQ sauce (approximately 1 cup) into your slow cooker.
  9. Once baked, gently add the meatballs to the slow cooker, ensuring they are mostly submerged in the sauce.
  10. Cover and cook on high for 4 hours, or on low for 8 hours, stirring occasionally.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

69 g

Sugar

24g

Fat

46g

Carbs

9g