Slow Cooker Cranberry Chili Meatballs
Transform your next gathering with these irresistibly sweet and spicy Slow Cooker Cranberry Chili Meatballs! Combining the tangy zest of cranberry sauce with the bold kick of chili sauce, this easy recipe creates a luscious, sticky glaze that perfectly coats tender, juicy meatballs. With just 5 minutes of prep time, your slow cooker does all the work, gently simmering the flavors to perfection. A hint of brown sugar and Worcestershire sauce adds depth, while a touch of cayenne pepper (optional) brings a customizable heat. Perfect for holiday parties, potlucks, or an indulgent weeknight dinner, these crowd-pleasers can be served as an appetizer or over rice for a hearty main course. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color, and watch as this stress-free dish steals the show!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 32 oz Frozen meatballs
- 14 oz Cranberry sauce (whole berry or jellied)
- 12 oz Chili sauce
- 2 tbsp Brown sugar
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 0.25 tsp Cayenne pepper (optional, for added spice)
- 1 tbsp Fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine cranberry sauce, chili sauce, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and cayenne pepper (if using). Whisk until smooth and well-combined.
Place the frozen meatballs into the slow cooker.
Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the meatballs, ensuring they are well-coated.
Set the slow cooker to 'Low' and cook for 3 hours, stirring occasionally to evenly coat the meatballs with the sauce.
Once the meatballs are heated through and the sauce has thickened slightly, turn the slow cooker to the 'Warm' setting to keep them ready for serving.
Transfer the meatballs to a serving dish or serve directly from the slow cooker.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired, and serve warm as an appetizer or over rice for a main dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
451 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.0 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.3 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 53 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 1389 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.1 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.5 g | ||
| Protein | 16.0 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 75 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 363 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
