Easy Grape Jelly Meatballs Recipe with 3 Simple Ingredients You’ll Love
A quick and easy recipe combining frozen meatballs with a sweet and tangy grape jelly and chili sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 24 frozen pre-cooked meatballs (about 1.5 pounds or 700 grams)
- 1 cup (240 ml) grape jelly (smooth, seedless preferred)
- 1 cup (240 ml) chili sauce
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat for 1-2 minutes.
- Add 24 frozen meatballs to the skillet, spreading evenly. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to brown slightly.
- In a bowl, combine 1 cup grape jelly and 1 cup chili sauce. Stir to blend smoothly.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the meatballs in the skillet. Stir gently to coat all meatballs evenly.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and clings to the meatballs.
- Ensure meatballs are heated through (internal temperature around 165°F or 74°C).
- Transfer meatballs to a serving dish and spoon extra sauce over the top. Serve warm.
Notes
If sauce thickens too much before meatballs are heated through, add a splash of water or broth to loosen. Stir gently to keep meatballs intact. For a spicier version, add sriracha or cayenne pepper. Can be made in a slow cooker on low for 2-3 hours or baked at 350°F for 20-25 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 6 meatballs pe
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Protein: 15
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