Description
Sweet Chili Meatballs Crockpot is a deliciously easy dish that transforms simple ingredients into a flavorful experience. Tender meatballs made from lean ground beef are simmered in a tangy-sweet sauce, making them perfect for gatherings or cozy family dinners. The slow cooker does the work, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully while you enjoy the enticing aroma wafting through your kitchen. Serve these delightful bites as an appetizer or main course, and prepare for your guests to come back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef (80% lean)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, green onions, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- (Optional) Brown meatballs in a skillet over medium heat for two minutes per side for extra flavor.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, and minced garlic.
- Place meatballs in the crockpot and pour the sauce over them; toss gently to coat.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours until cooked through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (120g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg