Want more 30-Minute meals? Try Chicken Taquitos, Taco Salad, or Spaghetti Pie!
Why I love this recipe:
Versatile – I love serving these as a delicious appetizer at a party, or serving them as a main dish over rice. Either way, they are a crowd pleaser every time! 30-Minute Meal – So quick and easy to throw together. These easy Hawaiian Meatballs can be cooked on the stove in under 30 minutes, or thrown into a slow cooker. The BBQ Sauce – If you’ve never made my homemade bbq sauce, I encourage you to try it with this simple recipe! It takes this dish to a whole new level!
How to Make Hawaiian Meatballs:
Slow Cooker Method: Add Meatballs: Spray the bottom of your slow cooker lightly with cooking spray then add frozen meatballs to the bottom of pot. Add Sauce: Pour homemade bbq sauce and crushed pineapple over meatballs. Cook on LOW for 4-6 hours or HIGH for 2-3 hours then serve crockpot Hawaiian Meatballs warm garnished with chopped green onions, if desired. Stovetop Method:
Add homemade bbq sauce and crushed pineapple to a medium pot. Add meatballs and stir to coat. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer, Cook for 8-10 minutes for thawed meatballs, or 14-16 minutes for frozen meatballs. Serve warm garnished with chopped green onions, if desired.
More Appetizers:
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I originally shared this recipe August 2017. Updated February 2021 and August 2023.
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