Cranberry Sauce Meatballs
Discover the delightful combination of sweet and savory with these Cranberry Sauce Meatballs. Perfect for any occasion, from a cozy weeknight dinner to festive gatherings, this easy recipe features tender meatballs glazed in a sticky cranberry-chili sauce that packs a flavorful punch. With just 20 minutes of preparation and cooking time, these meatballs are not only quick to make but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. Serve them as an appetizer for your next party or over rice for a complete meal that will impress your family and friends. Enjoy the vibrant colors and bold flavors of these crowd-pleasing meatballs at your next gathering!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: About 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (24 oz) bag of fully cooked meatballs (beef, turkey, or plant-based)
- 1 can (14 oz) whole berry cranberry sauce
- 1 cup chili sauce
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by ensuring all items are ready to use.
- In a large saucepan or slow cooker, combine cranberry sauce, chili sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Stir until well blended.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat until bubbling gently; simmer for 3–5 minutes.
- Add the meatballs to the bubbling sauce and stir gently to coat.
- Reduce heat to low and let simmer for about 10–15 minutes until heated through and the sauce thickens.
- Serve warm as an appetizer or over rice as a main dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (120g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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