Description
Spicy Cranberry BBQ Meatballs are the perfect blend of sweet and spicy flavors, making them an irresistible appetizer for any occasion. With just three simple ingredients, these meatballs can be prepared quickly, ensuring your gatherings are filled with deliciousness without the hassle. They are not only great as finger food but also serve well over rice for a satisfying main dish. Ideal for parties, family dinners, or holiday celebrations, these meatballs are sure to impress both adults and kids alike. Plus, they are freezer-friendly, allowing you to prepare a big batch ahead of time for quick meals later on.
Ingredients
Scale
- 28 ounces frozen meatballs (or about 50 small homemade ones)
- 14 ounces whole cranberry sauce
- 18 ounces spicy barbecue sauce
Instructions
- In a large deep skillet, combine the cranberry sauce and barbecue sauce over medium heat until bubbly.
- Add the frozen meatballs in a single layer and stir gently to coat them in the sauce.
- Cover and cook on medium-low heat for 15-20 minutes for frozen meatballs or 10 minutes for fresh ones until heated through.
- Remove the cover and cook a few more minutes until the sauce thickens and coats each meatball nicely.
- Serve hot as an appetizer or over rice as a hearty main dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (114g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg