This Crockpot Pineapple Teriyaki Meatballs Recipe is a delicious and easy way to enjoy tender meatballs coated in a sweet and tangy teriyaki sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this crockpot recipe allows you to set it and forget it while the flavors meld together.
Easy Crockpot Pineapple Teriyaki Meatballs
These meatballs are made with ground beef, breadcrumbs, and a blend of seasonings, then simmered in a flavorful pineapple teriyaki sauce. The recipe takes about 6 hours in the crockpot and serves approximately 6 people.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 1 cup teriyaki sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- Chopped green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Meatballs: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion, milk, egg, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined and form into small meatballs.
- Place in Crockpot: Arrange the meatballs in the bottom of the crockpot.
- Make the Sauce: In a separate bowl, mix together pineapple chunks, teriyaki sauce, and soy sauce. Pour the sauce over the meatballs in the crockpot.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3 hours, until the meatballs are cooked through.
- Thicken Sauce (Optional): If desired, mix cornstarch with a little water and stir into the sauce during the last 30 minutes of cooking to thicken.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped green onions and serve over rice or noodles.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 6 servings
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
