Instant Pot Party Meatballs
Instant Pot Party meatballs are made with frozen meatballs, grape jelly, and barbeque sauce to create the perfect appetizer for all your parties that is prepped in less than 5 minutes.
5 Minute Instant Pot Party Meatballs
With all the holiday parties and the big games ahead of us, I feel like appetizers are all I can think about. In our house, we love a good appetizer! Some of our favorites are Air Fryer Crab Rangoon, Air Fryer Pigs in a Blanket, and of course these super simple, but full of flavor, Instant Pot party meatballs. These 3 ingredient Instant Pot meatballs combine frozen meatballs, grape jelly, and BBQ sauce to create a fan favorite appetizer that literally takes no time to prep and is ready to enjoy with just 5 minutes of cooking!
Everyone always loves a good meatball on game day and in the past you probably have relied on your crockpot to cook them, but I always run into the dilemma of having too many things that require a crockpot because our Crockpot Lil Smokies are a must as well! That is why I am so glad these Meatballs are cooked right in the Instant Pot.
There are so many reasons to love this recipe!
- They are easy to prepare!
- Cook in your Instant Pot
- Fan Favorite!
- You can use frozen meatballs making it even easier!
- They are so quick to make
How to Make Instant Pot Party Meatballs
- Pour water into your pot.
- Add meatballs to the instant pot.
- Add your grape jelly and your barbecue sauce.
- Stir everything until mixed well.
- Put the lid on the Instant Pot and turn the vent to sealing position.
- Pressure cook for 5 minutes.
- Quick release
- Give a stir to combine and coat your meatballs well.
- Serve while hot, enjoy!
- You can hit the keep warm button on your Instant Pot to keep them warm while you serve them.
Tips Tricks and FAQs
- Be sure to defrost your meatballs prior to adding them to your Instant Pot.
- If you prefer, you can make your own meatballs. See recommendations below.
- Use your favorite BBQ sauce, I usually use a thicker BBQ sauce when making these Party meatballs.
- If the sauce for the meatballs is too runny after cooking, you can hit the saute button to reduce the sauce down. Just be sure to keep an eye on them to prevent burning.
Storage
If you have any leftover 5 minute Instant Pot Meatballs, you will want to store them in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Can I make these meatballs sweeter?
If you would like to make these meatballs sweeter you can add ½ cup more grape jelly.
Can I make party meatballs spicier?
Yes, you can add a little bit of spice to these meatballs with a few red pepper flakes.
Can I use homemade meatballs for this recipe?
Yes, you can use homemade meatballs for this recipe. I highly recommend browning them prior to cooking them with grape jelly and BBQ sauce.
Instant Pot Party Meatballs
Instant Pot Party meatballs are made with frozen meatballs, grape jelly and barbeque sauce to create the perfect appetizer for all your parties that is prepped in less than 5 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs. frozen meatballs, thawed (I used beef & pork meatballs)
- 1 cup grape jelly
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Pour water into your pot.
- Add meatballs to the instant pot.
- Add your grape jelly and your barbecue sauce.
- Stir everything until mixed well.
- Put the lid on the Instant Pot and turn the vent to sealing position.
- Pressure cook for 5 minutes.
- Quick release
- Give a stir to combine and coat your meatballs well.
- Serve while hot, enjoy!
- You can hit the keep warm button on your Instant Pot to keep them warm while you serve them.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
8Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 379Total Fat: 19gSaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 56mgSodium: 939mgCarbohydrates: 41gFiber: 3gSugar: 29gProtein: 13g
I’m Melissa, the imaginative force behind Sparkles to Sprinkles, where creativity comes to life, and sprinkles of joy are scattered generously. Melissa is a proud Jersey girl who found love with a New York boy. As a mom to four wonderful boys and a few fur babies, her journey into the world of blogging began after making the life-changing decision to stay home and raise her children. Previously a dedicated workaholic, Melissa’s blog became her creative outlet and passion project. Inspired by her mother-in-law, a masterful cook renowned for her delicious home-cooked meals and legendary holiday feasts (think mouthwatering sausage stuffing), Melissa honed her culinary skills through a combination of family recipes and countless cooking classes. She often attended these classes with her son Michael, who shared her enthusiasm for cooking from a young age. Melissa’s love for learning extends beyond familiar cuisines, as she enjoys exploring international recipes in hands-on cooking classes. Her blog features a diverse array of recipes, showcasing her expertise with various kitchen appliances such as the Instant Pot, air fryer, Slow Cooker, Ninja Foodi, Instant Vortex Plus, and more. Join Melissa on her culinary adventures as she shares tried-and-true family favorites alongside exciting new discoveries!
