Optional Step: If you would like you can start by browning your meatballs on all sides in a skillet over medium high heat along with some olive oil.
Start by adding the frozen meatballs into the crock pot.
For the sweet chili sauce you will first add the chili sauce along with grape jelly.
Next add brown sugar, garlic powder, and orange juice. Stir together until evenly combined and make sure that all the meatballs are completely covered.
Put the lid on the slow cooker, If you are cooking on HIGH, they will be ready in 2 to 3 hours.
If you are cooking on LOW, they will be ready in 4 to 6 hours.
Notes
Cornstarch: Add a cornstarch slurry if your sauce is too thin.
Double This Recipe: Meatballs are the best for your next party. Simply increase the ingredients proportionately and cook for an additional 1 hour.
Main Dish: To make this a complete and balance meal, serve with white or brown rice and your favorite veggies, such as broccoli or green beans.
Meatball Subs: Serve slow cooker sweet chili meatballs on fresh subs rolls or French bread along with spicy mayo and Japanese Coleslaw.
Storage: Store this easy recipe in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
Reheating: Reheat meatballs in crock pot for 1-2 hours or microwave for 2-3 minutes until hot.