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Crockpot BBQ Meatballs

Crockpot BBQ Meatballs
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These Crockpot BBQ Meatballs are tender, slow-cooked meatballs infused with smoky, tangy barbecue sauce. Perfect for effortless cooking, family-friendly flavor, and versatile serving options, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights, parties, or make-ahead meals. Made with simple, affordable ingredients and customizable to suit various tastes and dietary needs, these meatballs bring comfort and convenience to any table.

Ingredients

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Meatball Mixture

  • 1 lb ground beef or turkey
  • 1/2 cup bread crumbs (use gluten-free if needed)
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

BBQ Sauce Mixture

  • 2 cups barbecue sauce (choose gluten-free if needed)
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp mustard

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Meatball Mixture: Combine the ground meat, bread crumbs, egg, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix gently but thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly distributed without overworking the meat.
  2. Shape into Meatballs: Roll the mixture into uniform balls about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter for even cooking and bite-sized portions.
  3. Mix the BBQ Sauce: In a separate bowl, stir together barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, and mustard until smooth and well blended.
  4. Combine in Crockpot: Place the meatballs into the crockpot and pour the BBQ sauce mixture evenly over them, ensuring every meatball is coated with the tangy glaze.
  5. Slow Cook: Set the crockpot to low and cook for 4 to 6 hours, or on high for 2 to 3 hours, until the meatballs are cooked through, tender, and infused with BBQ flavor.

Notes

  • Use uniform meatballs to ensure even cooking and avoid undercooked centers.
  • Optionally, lightly brown the meatballs before placing them in the crockpot for added texture and flavor.
  • If the sauce is too thin, mix a small slurry of cornstarch and water and add it near the end of cooking to thicken.
  • Do not overcrowd the crockpot; arrange meatballs in a single or slightly layered layer for best results.
  • Stir gently once or twice during cooking to distribute sauce evenly without breaking the meatballs.
  • To make gluten-free, substitute bread crumbs and BBQ sauce with gluten-free alternatives.

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