Description

Slow Cooker Pineapple Teriyaki Meatballs are the ultimate comfort food dish that combines tender, fully cooked meatballs with a sweet and tangy teriyaki sauce and juicy pineapple chunks. This easy-to-prepare recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, weekend gatherings, or meal prepping – it’s a crowd-pleasing favorite that takes minimal effort to make but delivers big on flavor.

Ingredients

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2 pound frozen fully cooked meatballs
1 cup teriyaki sauce
1 cup pineapple chunks

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Instructions

Lightly spray the inside of your slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray or line it with a crockpot liner.
Pour the frozen meatballs into the prepared slow cooker. No need to thaw them first.
Pour the teriyaki sauce over the meatballs and gently stir to ensure they are evenly coated.
Drain the pineapple chunks and add them to the slow cooker, arranging them on top of the meatballs.
Cover the slow cooker and cook the meatballs on the HIGH setting for 2.5-3 hours or the LOW setting for 4-6 hours, stirring occasionally.

Notes

Leftover Slow Cooker Pineapple Teriyaki Meatballs can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For longer-term storage, the meatballs can be frozen for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 4-5 meatballs
Calories: 300-350
Sugar: 10 grams
Sodium: 800 milligrams
Fat: 20 grams
Saturated Fat: 8 grams
Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
Trans Fat: 0 grams
Carbohydrates: 20 grams
Fiber: 1 gram
Protein: 15 grams
Cholesterol: 60 milligrams