Crockpot Kielbasa and Meatball Bites
Crockpot Kielbasa and Meatball Bites
Ingredients
- 1 pound smoked kielbasa sausage, cut into 1/2-inch thick rounds
- 1 pound frozen cooked meatballs, thawed
- 1 cup grape jelly
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce, your favorite brand
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional, for a little heat
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the kielbasa by cutting it into 1/2-inch thick rounds. If your frozen meatballs are large, you may want to cut them in half for bite-sized pieces. Ensure meatballs are thawed.
⏱️ 5 min
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the grape jelly, barbecue sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, and red pepper flakes (if using) until well combined and smooth.
⏱️ 5 min
- 3
Add the sliced kielbasa and thawed meatballs to the crockpot. Pour the sauce mixture over the kielbasa and meatballs, stirring gently to ensure everything is evenly coated.
⏱️ 5 min
- 4
Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 2 to 3 hours, or on high for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is bubbly and the kielbasa and meatballs are heated through and tender.
⏱️ 120 min
- 5
Once cooked, transfer the kielbasa and meatball bites to a serving platter. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley, if desired. Serve warm with toothpicks for easy grabbing.
⏱️ 5 min
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Crockpot Kielbasa and Meatball Bites
- 1 pound smoked kielbasa sausage, cut into 1/2-inch thick rounds
- 1 pound frozen cooked meatballs, thawed
- 1 cup grape jelly
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce, your favorite brand
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional, for a little heat
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the kielbasa by cutting it into 1/2-inch thick rounds. If your frozen meatballs are large, you may want to cut them in half for bite-sized pieces. Ensure meatballs are thawed.
⏱️ 5 min - 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the grape jelly, barbecue sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, and red pepper flakes (if using) until well combined and smooth.
⏱️ 5 min - 3
Add the sliced kielbasa and thawed meatballs to the crockpot. Pour the sauce mixture over the kielbasa and meatballs, stirring gently to ensure everything is evenly coated.
⏱️ 5 min - 4
Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 2 to 3 hours, or on high for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is bubbly and the kielbasa and meatballs are heated through and tender.
⏱️ 120 min - 5
Once cooked, transfer the kielbasa and meatball bites to a serving platter. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley, if desired. Serve warm with toothpicks for easy grabbing.
⏱️ 5 min