Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Meatballs

Crockpot honey garlic meatballs are tender, flavorful, and coated in a sweet-savory sauce—perfect for appetizers or dinner! 🍯🧄

Prep Time5

Total Time5 5

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Servings:

In a medium bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, ground ginger, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using).
Place the frozen meatballs in the slow cooker.
Pour the honey garlic sauce over the meatballs in the slow cooker. Stir gently to coat the meatballs evenly.
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 4-5 hours, or on high heat for 2-3 hours, until the meatballs are heated through and tender.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water until smooth. Stir the cornstarch mixture into the sauce in the slow cooker, and continue cooking for an additional 30 minutes on high, or until the sauce thickens.
Once the sauce has thickened, give it a final stir to make sure the meatballs are well coated.
Serve the honey garlic meatballs as an appetizer or as a main dish with steamed rice or noodles. Garnish with sesame seeds, sliced green onions, or chopped fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy!

For a spicier kick, add more crushed red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce.
You can use fresh ginger instead of ground ginger for a stronger flavor.
Feel free to adjust the honey and soy sauce ratios to suit your taste preferences.
If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can increase the amount of cornstarch and water mixture.
Leftover honey garlic meatballs can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
To reheat, you can use the microwave or stovetop. If using the microwave, place the desired amount of meatballs in a microwave-safe dish, cover with a damp paper towel, and heat in 30-second intervals until heated through. If using the stovetop, heat the meatballs in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
The sauce may thicken further when refrigerated. If needed, add a splash of water or broth while reheating to loosen the sauce.

Endless Serving Ideas:

Serve these honey garlic meatballs over fluffy steamed rice or noodles for a satisfying main course.
Ladle the meatballs and sauce over creamy mashed potatoes for a comforting meal. Try my slow cooker mashed potatoes recipe.
Skewer the meatballs and serve them with toothpicks for a crowd-pleasing appetizer at your next gathering.
A side of steamed broccoli or a crisp green salad pairs perfectly with these flavorful meatballs. For an extra touch, consider serving them with a side of garlic bread.

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