5-Ingredient Crockpot Teriyaki Meatballs

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Looking for an easy and tasty meal? These 5-ingredient crockpot teriyaki meatballs are perfect for you! You only need frozen meatballs, teriyaki sauce, pineapple, and chili garlic sauce to make this yummy dish.

It’s so simple to make. Just toss everything in your slow cooker and let it do the work. In a few hours, you’ll have a delicious meal ready to eat. The sweet and tangy flavors are sure to be a hit with your family or guests.

Exact Ingredients List

Here’s what you’ll need to make these tasty crockpot teriyaki meatballs:

• 26 ounces (1 bag) frozen cooked meatballs
• 21 ounces (1 bottle) teriyaki sauce or marinade
• 20 ounces (1 large can) pineapple tidbits, drained
• 1 tablespoon chili garlic sauce

Optional garnishes:

• Sliced green onions
• Sesame seeds

That’s it! Just five main ingredients plus two optional toppings. You probably have some of these in your kitchen already.

The meatballs are the star of the show. You can use any brand you like, as long as they’re fully cooked and frozen.

For the sauce, pick your favorite teriyaki marinade. The pineapple adds a sweet touch, while the chili garlic sauce gives a little kick.

Don’t forget to drain the pineapple before adding it to the crockpot. This helps keep the sauce from getting too watery.

Instructions

Grab your crockpot and let’s get cooking! Here’s how to make these tasty teriyaki meatballs:

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   Add frozen meatballs to your crockpot.

   
   
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   Pour in the teriyaki sauce.

   
   
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   Drain the pineapple tidbits and add them to the pot.

   
   
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   Spoon in the chili garlic sauce.

   
   
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   Give everything a good stir to coat the meatballs.

   
   

Set your crockpot to low and cook for 4 hours. Stir the meatballs now and then to keep them coated in sauce.

When done, your meatballs will be hot and bursting with flavor. Sprinkle some sliced green onions and sesame seeds on top if you like.

Serve these meatballs as an appetizer or main dish. They’re great over rice or noodles too!

Remember to use oven mitts when handling the hot crockpot. Enjoy your easy and yummy meal!

Possible Substitutes List & Recipe Variations

You can easily change up this recipe to suit your tastes or use what you have on hand. Here are some ideas:

Meatball options:

• Turkey or chicken meatballs
• Homemade meatballs
• Plant-based meatballs

Sauce substitutes:

• Sweet and sour sauce
• BBQ sauce
• Hoisin sauce

Don’t have pineapple? Try these instead:

• Mandarin oranges
• Diced mango
• Sliced bell peppers

For a spicier kick, swap the chili garlic sauce with:

• Sriracha
• Red pepper flakes
• Hot sauce

Want to add veggies? Toss in some:

• Broccoli florets
• Sliced mushrooms
• Diced onions

You can also mix up the toppings:

• Chopped cilantro
• Crushed peanuts
• Fried onions

For a fun twist, serve your meatballs:

• On slider buns
• Over rice or noodles
• With toothpicks as an appetizer

Feel free to experiment and make this recipe your own!

Tips, Tricks & Storing

To make your teriyaki meatballs extra tasty, try these tips:

• Use low-sodium teriyaki sauce to control the saltiness.
• Add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
• Mix in some veggies like sliced bell peppers or broccoli florets for added nutrition.

For easy serving, keep toothpicks handy. They’re perfect for appetizers!

Storing leftovers is a breeze:

1. Let the meatballs cool completely.
2. Place them in an airtight container.
3. Refrigerate for up to 3 days.

To reheat, pop them in the microwave or warm them on the stove. You can even freeze these meatballs for later:

1. Cool the meatballs thoroughly.
2. Put them in a freezer-safe bag or container.
3. Freeze for up to 3 months.

When you’re ready to eat, thaw in the fridge overnight. Then reheat in your crockpot, on the stove, or in the microwave.

Remember, don’t refreeze after thawing. Enjoy your tasty teriyaki meatballs!