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Savory Crockpot Honey Garlic Meatballs Recipe with Sweet Chili Glaze Made Easy

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Tender meatballs slow-cooked in a sticky, sweet, and savory honey garlic glaze with a hint of heat from sweet chili sauce. Perfect for easy weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds ground beef or a mix of beef and pork
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain, Italian seasoned, or panko)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1/3 cup honey (preferably raw or local)
  • 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
  • 2 stalks green onions, sliced thinly
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, 2 cloves minced garlic, eggs, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined, about 5 minutes.
  2. Form mixture into 1 ½-inch meatballs, about 20-24 total. Place on a baking sheet or plate. Optionally, brown meatballs in a skillet over medium heat for about 2 minutes per side.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together honey, sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, 2 cloves minced garlic, and grated ginger until smooth.
  4. Pour half of the glaze into the bottom of the crockpot. Arrange meatballs in a single layer. Pour remaining glaze over meatballs and gently stir to coat evenly.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours or on high for 1.5-2 hours until meatballs are tender and glaze is thickened. Avoid opening lid frequently.
  6. Before serving, stir gently to coat meatballs again. Garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds.

Notes

Browning meatballs before slow cooking adds flavor but is optional. If glaze is too thin at the end, cook uncovered on high for 10-15 minutes to thicken. For gluten-free, substitute breadcrumbs with almond flour or gluten-free panko. Soy sauce can be replaced with coconut aminos for soy-free diets.

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