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Cozy Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Meatballs

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A comforting and easy slow cooker recipe featuring juicy meatballs simmered in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights and cozy dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef (80/20 for juiciness)
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup milk (whole or 2%)
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning or a mix of oregano and basil
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/3 cup soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp ketchup
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, panko breadcrumbs, milk, beaten egg, 2 cloves minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, dried Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
  2. Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs, about 20 to 24 pieces. Place them on a plate or tray.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, 3 cloves minced garlic, ketchup, and apple cider vinegar until smooth.
  4. Place the meatballs in a single layer in the slow cooker. Pour the honey garlic sauce evenly over the meatballs.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 3 to 4 hours or on high for 1.5 to 2 hours until meatballs are cooked through and sauce is bubbling.
  6. About 15 minutes before serving, stir the cornstarch slurry into the slow cooker and cook uncovered to thicken the sauce.
  7. Serve meatballs and sauce over rice, noodles, or mashed potatoes. Garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

Do not overmix the meatball mixture to keep meatballs tender. Use panko breadcrumbs for lighter texture. If sauce is too thin at the end, remove meatballs and simmer sauce on high to thicken before returning meatballs. Slow cooker liner recommended for easy cleanup.

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