Description
Crock Pot Cheddar BBQ Meatballs are a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors, perfectly suited for gatherings, game days, or cozy family dinners. These tender meatballs are infused with rich BBQ sauce and topped with gooey cheddar cheese, making them irresistibly delicious. With minimal preparation, this recipe delivers mouthwatering meatballs that will keep your guests coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite)
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Optional: Brown the meatballs in a skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes until golden brown.
- Transfer the meatballs to the Crock Pot and pour BBQ sauce over them until well-coated. Cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours.
- About 10 minutes before serving, sprinkle remaining cheddar cheese on top of the meatballs and cover until melted.
- Serve hot with toothpicks or alongside rice or baked potatoes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For a lighter option, swap ground beef for ground turkey or chicken. Add chopped jalapeños for a spicy kick or mix in shredded cheese directly for extra gooeyness. Experiment with different BBQ sauces to create unique flavor profiles.