Slow Cooker Teriyaki Meatballs

reader reviews

"These were easy and yummy! They turned out great. Definitely planning to make them again." ~ Kathryn

key ingredients:

almond flour coconut aminos crushed pineapple green onions garlic ginger lean ground chicken pineapple juice honey arrowroot powder or cornstarch

about this recipe

gluten free 30 minute meal make ahead

Pineapple teriyaki meatballs are a quick 30 minute or easy make-ahead crockpot dinner with ground chicken, crushed pineapple, and a homemade naturally sweetened teriyaki sauce.

STEP 1:

Mix together the almond flour, coconut aminos, crushed pineapple, green onion, garlic, and ginger. Add the meat and mix.

STEP 2:

Roll the mixture into meatballs and place in the slow cooker. Make the sauce and pour 1/4 c over the meatballs.

STEP 3:

While the meatballs are cooking, finish the sauce by adding arrowroot powder and simmering until thickened.

STEP 4:

When the meatballs are done, toss the meatballs with the thickened sauce and serve.

This recipe can easily be made ahead, it’s perfect for meal prep on busy weeks. These pineapple teriyaki meatballs will keep well in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. This recipe also freezes well for up to 2-3 months.

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