Ingredients
– 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey for a lighter option)
– 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian-seasoned)
– 1 large egg
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ¼ teaspoon black pepper
– 1 cup honey BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
– 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
– Optional: sliced green onions and sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
Creating Honey BBQ Crockpot Meatballs is incredibly simple. Follow these easy steps to whip up this mouthwatering dish:
1. Prepare the Meatball Mixture: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well incorporated.
2. Form Meatballs: Using your hands, shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. You should get around 20-24 meatballs.
3. Brown the Meatballs (Optional): For extra flavor, sear the meatballs in a skillet over medium heat until browned on all sides. This step adds depth to the flavor but is not necessary.
4. Prepare the Crockpot: Spray the inside of your crockpot with non-stick cooking spray or lightly coat it with oil.
5. Add the Meatballs: Place the meatballs in the crockpot in a single layer.
6. Mix the Sauce: In a separate bowl, mix together honey BBQ sauce and Worcestershire sauce.
7. Add Sauce to Meatballs: Pour the honey BBQ mixture over the meatballs, ensuring they are all evenly coated.
8. Cook in the Crockpot: Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the meatballs are cooked through.
9. Garnish: If desired, sprinkle sliced green onions and sesame seeds over the meatballs before serving.
10. Serve with Confidence: These meatballs are ready to be plated and enjoyed!
By following these straightforward instructions, you’ll have a flavorful, tender dish that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-6 hours on low / 2-3 hours on high
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 20-24 meatballs
- Calories: Approximately 150 kcal per meatball
- Fat: 7g
- Protein: 8g