Crock Pot Grape Jelly Chili Sauce Meatballs Recipe

This grape jelly meatballs slow cooker recipe is a must-make.

• The ultimate dump-and-go. Toss everything-frozen meatballs, grape jelly, and chili sauce-straight into your slow cooker, give it a quick stir, and let it work its magic. That's it! No prep, no stress, just easy comfort food.
• Perfect for any crowd. Whether it's game day, a family potluck, or an easy weeknight dinner, these sweet-and-savory meatballs are always a hit. Serve them straight from the crock for parties or spoon them over rice or noodles for a quick meal.
• Sweet, tangy, and totally addictive. The combo of grape jelly and chili sauce hits all the right notes-sticky, saucy, and just the right amount of spice. One bite, and you'll see why these crockpot meatballs disappear fast!

Frozen meatballs grape jelly chili sauce crock pot ingredients.

Here are the ingredients you will need to make these crockpot meatballs:

• Frozen Meatballs: use any brand of regular or original flavored meatballs you would like. I do not recommend using Italian flavored meatballs.
• Grape Jelly: use any preferred brand or kind of grape jelly. Use no sugar added, and add your desired artificial sweetener for taste if you would like.
• Chili Sauce: you can use any brand or spice level of sauce desired. (I used Heinz Chili Sauce)

For exact ingredient quantities, please see the recipe card below!

Make it your way.

Here are some suggestions for customizing your crockpot meatballs in grape jelly and chili sauce:

• Use jellied cranberry sauce in place of grape jelly. You could also use whole-berry cranberry sauce if desired.
• Barbecue sauce can be used in place of chili sauce. To get that sweet and spicy taste use a spicier barbecue sauce.
• Make your own fresh meatballs in place of premade ones. Be sure to sear the meatballs before putting them into the crockpot to prevent them from breaking apart.
• Exchange sweet chili sauce instead of regular Heinz chili sauce if you want a mildly spicy and sweet sauce.
• Add extra spice by adding chopped jalapeno peppers or your favorite pepper variety. You could also add crushed red pepper flake if you are looking to add more spice.

How to make slow cooker meatballs grape jelly recipe.

Here's how to make these easy meatballs:

1. Add frozen meatballs to the crockpot, then top with chili sauce and grape jelly.

2. Cook on low for 4 to 6 hours or high for 2 to 3 hours or until meatballs are done.

Hint: Your meatballs are done when the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F when check with a thermometer. This is a safe temperature to consume the meatballs.

How to serve grape jelly chili sauce meatballs crockpot recipe.

There are several ways you can serve your amazing crockpot meatballs in grape jelly chili sauce! 

• Serve as an appetizer straight out of the crockpot with toothpicks.
• Create meatball sliders when served on dinner rolls. Top with provolone cheese and extra sauce!
• Add Asian-style vegetables to make an easy meatball stir-fry served over rice. Top with toasted sesame seeds.
• Meal idea! Serve these grape jelly meatballs over your favorite rice or noodles. Add your favorite steamed vegetable side such as broccoli or cauliflower, as a side.

Kori's tips.

• Use homestyle or original-flavor frozen meatballs in this recipe. It is not suggested to use Italian-style frozen meatballs as the sauce would not compliment the flavors.
• Easily double this recipe for larger parties if needed! I have doubled and tripled this before, and have turned out perfect.
• I suggest using a crockpot liner if you have one with this saucy recipe. It helps prevent sticking to the crockpot and makes cleanup super easy; no scrubbing is required!