Description
These Hot Pepper Jelly Meatballs are a perfect balance of sweet and spicy, making them a crowd-pleasing appetizer or main dish. Using a combination of hot pepper jelly, chili sauce, and Worcestershire sauce, these meatballs are easy to prepare on the stovetop or in a slow cooker.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 (32 oz) bag frozen fully cooked meatballs
- 1 (12 oz) jar hot pepper jelly
- 1 (12 oz) bottle chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a large saucepan or slow cooker, combine the hot pepper jelly, chili sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic powder. Stir over medium heat until the jelly melts and the mixture is smooth.
- Add the Meatballs: Add the frozen meatballs and stir to coat evenly. If using a stovetop, cover and simmer on low for 25–30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the meatballs are heated through. If using a slow cooker, cook on high for 2–3 hours or low for 4–5 hours.
- Serve: Serve warm as an appetizer or over rice for a main dish.
Notes
- You can use homemade meatballs if preferred—just cook them fully before adding.
- Adjust the spice level by using mild or extra-hot pepper jelly.
- These meatballs are great for potlucks or game day!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 5 meatballs
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
