Crockpot BBQ Meatballs has just 4 ingredients and the slow cooker makes it super easy. Enjoy an easy dinner when you make slow cooker bbq meatballs. They have the best flavor!
Crockpot BBQ Meatballs
I love to make meatballs in the slow cooker. It is such an easy dump and go meal. My house always smells amazing while the meatballs simmer.
The bbq sauce gives the meatballs such a delicious flavor and the onion really takes it to the next level. Even my kiddos that don’t care for onions, will eat these. They really are amazing.
Crockpot bbq meatballs make a great meal but they also are amazing for parties and game day. You can serve them as appetizers or party food and they always go over so well.
If you enjoyed our easy Crock Pot Honey Buffalo Chicken Meatballs recipe, you will love this new meatballs recipe.
Make sure you have a good crock pot to make this bbq meatball recipe.
If you are in the market for something new, I really love my Ninja cooker. The nice thing about this is you can brown the meat in the same slow cooker for recipes that call for that.
It is so handy to just have the one pan to clean. It has become of my favorite kitchen appliances.
I also really like this crockpot as well. I use this all the time and it’s great.
My favorite feature is that you can lock the lid down. This is awesome for when you need to take the crockpot somewhere.
I often use the slow cooker to take dishes to potluck events and this feature is amazing! There are several others on sale here.
Another favorite is this programmable crock pot for when I am am not at home all day. I love coming home to a nice meal ready and waiting!
I also like to use crock pot liners to make clean up a breeze. These are worth every penny and save a ton of time.
Should I thaw meatballs before putting in crockpot?
This is not necessary! Just toss and go. No need to thaw the meatballs before placing in the crock pot.
How long do you cook already cooked meatballs in the crockpot?
Cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours.
Ingredients for slow cooker bbq meatballs:
- homestyle meatballs
- Onion, diced
- minced garlic
- barbecue sauce (We love this homemade BBQ Sauce but sweet baby ray barbecue sauce is good as well.)
How to make crockpot bbq meatballs:
Dump all the ingredients in a crock pot. Stir until all the ingredients are well combined.
Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours. It is that easy to make!
Keep reading for the full recipe.
Everyone will love Crockpot BBQ Meatballs!
What to serve with crockpot bbq meatballs:
The ideas are endless with these frozen meatballs that make dinner time a breeze. They are delicious with rice for a really simple meal idea.
The sauce is amazing poured over the rice. Yum!
You can save even more time and learn how to freeze rice and you can make this meal even easier. I love to grab the rice from the freezer in the morning and when we come home it is all ready to enjoy.
It is much cheaper than those prepackaged servings of rice and so fast and quick. We do this all the time and it is the best time saver and great on the budget.
You can also make meatball subs with the BBQ Meatballs. This is great served with Oven Baked Sweet Potato Fries. The kids really love when I make these.
Time Saving Tip:
This recipe like many calls for diced onions. Another time saving tip is to use a small food chopper or food processor to quickly and easily chop the onions.
If you do not have one of these, I highly recommend them. They are such a time saver and you can get the veggies really fine if you have children that are picky.
I usually just chop the entire vegetable and freeze what I don’t need. It’s so nice to be able to just take the diced onion out of the freezer for recipes.
This is how I meal prep. It’s so quick and easy and helps get dinner on the table fast.
Learn and how to freeze onions and also how to freeze peppers to save so much time in the kitchen!
Print this Crockpot BBQ Meatballs recipe below:

Crockpot BBQ Meatballs has just 4 ingredients and the slow cooker makes it super easy. Enjoy an easy dinner when you make slow cooker bbq meatballs.
- 32 oz homestyle meatballs
- 1/4 Onion diced
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 2 cups barbecue sauce
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Dump all the ingredients in a crock pot. Stir until all the ingredients are well combined.
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Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours.
Turn inexpensive steak into flavorful and tender Crockpot swiss steak.
Try these other easy crockpot meatball recipes:
- Slow Cooker Hawaiian Meatballs Recipe
- Crockpot Meatball Stew Recipe
- Easy Crockpot Sweet and Spicy Meatballs Recipe
- Easy Crockpot Meatball Subs Recipe
- Crockpot Sweet and Sour Meatballs
- Crock Pot Honey Buffalo Chicken Meatballs
Diane R Ney says
i’m sorry. I couldn’t find the actual recipe in your email.
Carrie says
The recipe is above in this post. Thanks!
Pat says
I can’t find the recipe either as the go-to recipe button does not work.
Carrie says
The recipe is toward the bottom of the post. Thank you.
Leslie says
Can I use fresh made meatballs? No one in my house will touch frozen meatballs.
Carrie says
Yes. However, I would bake them prior to putting them in the crock pot so that they don’t fall apart. Thanks!
Terri Halfman says
These are so good! Have made several times. Big hit at church potlucks, always big home an empty crockpot!
Mistie says
This is such a great recipe! My whole family loves it. I serve over mashed potatoes or rice. Would definitely recommend if you need to feed a larger group of people.