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Easy Slow Cooker Teriyaki Meatballs

Making these flavorful teriyaki meatballs in the slow cooker is such a breeze. Precooked meatballs make this so convenient and easy plus prep time is very quick. In 2 hours you have a delicious dinner or the perfect appetizers!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Course Appetizers, Main Course
Cuisine American, Asian, Japanese
Servings 12
Calories 263 kcal

Ingredients
 

  • 20 oz teriyaki sauce, preferably low sodium (see recipe below for homemade teriyaki sauce)
  • 1/4 cup plus 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 20 oz canned pineapple chunks, reserve the juice
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 2 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted
  • 26 oz each 2 packs of frozen meatballs,
  • 4 stalks of green onions or scallions, sliced thinly

For Homemade Teriyaki Sauce (if preferred)

  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons ginger, minced or freshly grated
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions
 

For Homemade Teriyaki Sauce (if preferred)

  • Combine and mix all the ingredients. Let it sit for 1 hour before using.

For the Meatballs

  • Mix together the teriyaki sauce (storebought or homemade), brown sugar, juice from the canned pineapple, flour, and sesame seeds. I usually add all the above ingredients in a saucepan, whisk them together, and heat them.
  • Place frozen meatballs at the bottom of the slow cooker. Pour over the teriyaki mixture. Stir to coat the meatballs.
  • Scatter the pineapple chunks all over. Cover and cook on high for 2 1/2 hours or 4 hours on low until fully heated through.
  • Serve immediately garnished with some thinly sliced onions. Perfect with rice!

Notes

TIPS & TRICKS
This recipe makes a huge batch so this is perfect for a party or gathering or as a game day food. It can also be halved if you just wish to make a smaller serving for your family.
If you wish to halve the recipe, simply use only one pack (about 26 oz) of frozen meatballs, 1/4 cup sugar,  and about 8-10 oz teriyaki sauce (adjust the amount to how many meatballs you have). The rest of the ingredients don't need to be adjusted.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 263kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 14gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 44mgSodium: 1847mgPotassium: 366mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 68IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 48mgIron: 2mg
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