Irresistible Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Meatballs – Sweet, Savory & Effortless
These slow cooker honey garlic meatballs are sweet, savory, and effortlessly delicious. Perfect as an appetizer or main dish, they simmer in a sticky garlic sauce that clings to every bite.
Ingredients
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32 oz frozen fully cooked meatballs (beef, turkey, or plant-based)
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½ cup honey
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½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
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½ cup ketchup
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1 tbsp rice vinegar (optional)
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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Optional: 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water
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Garnish: green onions, sesame seeds
Instructions
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In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, ketchup, garlic, and vinegar.
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Place meatballs in the slow cooker and pour sauce over them. Stir gently to coat.
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Cook on LOW for 4–5 hours or HIGH for 2–3 hours.
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Optional: In last 30 minutes, stir in cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce.
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Garnish and serve warm.
Notes
Great for appetizers, rice bowls, or sliders. Use homemade or frozen meatballs. Store leftovers in the fridge or freezer.