Honey Garlic Meatballs
This sticky, savory-sweet slow-cooker meatball recipe features frozen meatballs coated in a honey-garlic glaze, perfect for weeknight dinners or party appetizers.
Ingredients
For the Meatballs
- 28 oz fully cooked, frozen meatballs (beef, pork, turkey, or a mixed pack)
For the Sauce
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1/3 cup honey (mild or floral)
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium if preferred)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 tablespoon)
For Garnish
- toasted sesame seeds
- chopped fresh parsley or green onions
Instructions
Preparation
- In a medium bowl, whisk the brown sugar, honey, ketchup, soy sauce, and minced garlic until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
- Pour the frozen meatballs into the slow cooker, spreading them into an even layer.
- Pour the sauce over the meatballs, gently stirring to coat each meatball.
Cooking
- Cover and cook on low for 3–4 hours, stirring once or twice to redistribute the sauce.
- Near the end of cooking, taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as needed.
- If the sauce is too thin, remove the lid, turn the heat to high for the last 15-30 minutes or thicken with a cornstarch slurry.
Serving
- Garnish with sesame seeds and parsley. Serve warm.
Notes
For variations, swap honey for maple syrup, use coconut aminos instead of soy, or experiment with garnishes. Adjust sweetness by reducing honey if desired.