Whether you’re hosting a holiday party or tailgating on the weekend, meatballs are an easy way to serve a crowd, and this collection of over 30 of the best meatball recipes has something for every occasion!
When it comes to serving appetizers for a crowd, nothing beats savory, saucy meatballs. We serve some kind of meatball appetizer every holiday season at my house, and with so many recipes to choose from, we never get tired of them!
Meatballs are especially great for taking to potlucks or game day parties, because it’s so easy to make them, transport them, and keep them warm in a slow cooker. And they’re pretty much guaranteed to be a hit with kids and adults alike!
And although these meatballs are sure to be the hit of any party, most of these recipes also make great main dishes served over rice, noodles or mashed potatoes.
My favorite time saving entertaining tip: make a double batch when you make any kind of meatballs and freeze half (without the sauce) for another time.
Featuring everything from beef, sausage, chicken, turkey and lamb meatballs in all kinds of sauces (think barbecue, sweet and sour, teriyaki, buffalo and more!) this recipe collection is sure to include the perfect meatball recipe for your next gathering.
Best Party Meatball Recipes
Slow Cooker Teriyaki Meatballs
Meatballs are simmered in the slow cooker in a flavorful, sweet and spicy homemade teriyaki sauce.
Firecracker Chicken Meatballs Recipe
Slow Cooker Honey Buffalo Meatballs
Sweet Chipotle Barbecue Meatballs
Cocktail meatballs with a sweet and spicy chipotle barbecue sauce, simmered in the slow cooker. An easy appetizer perfect for game day or holiday entertaining.
The Best Swedish Meatballs
Turkey Cocktail Meatballs
Grilled Beef Meatball Kabobs
Ground beef is mixed with middle eastern herbs and spices, then shaped into meatballs and grilled, kabob-style. Serve with Tzatziki sauce, for dipping.
Buffalo Ranch Meatballs
Quick Cranberry Glazed Meatballs
Cocktail meatballs in a sweet and savory cranberry glaze. The perfect holiday appetizer!
Orange Marmalade Meatballs
Greek Turkey Meatballs with Spinach and Feta
Ground turkey meatballs are loaded with feta cheese, spinach and Greek herbs and spices. Delicious served with orzo or flatbread.
Creamy Cajun Chicken Meatballs
Chicken Parmesan Meatballs
Slow Cooker Red Curry Meatballs
Beef meatballs are simmered in a red curry coconut sauce and served over rice in this easy slow cooker comfort food meal.
Crockpot BBQ Meatballs
Slow Cooker Asian Meatballs
Slow Cooker Swedish Meatballs
These slow cooker Swedish meatballs are so easy to make, thanks to the help of pre-made, frozen meatballs. The creamy sauce makes this dish pure comfort food.
Cocktail Meatballs (Cranberry Meatballs) Recipe
Butter Chicken Meatballs
Savory chicken meatballs are simmered in a classic Indian butter chicken sauce in this favorite family recipe. Serve over rice for a hearty, comforting meal.
Porcupine Meatballs
Easy Sweet and Sour Meatballs
Slow Cooker Peach Glazed Meatballs
Cocktail meatballs are slow cooked in a sweet and tangy peach glaze in this easy, tasty recipe that makes a perfect appetizer or main dish.
Mongolian Meatballs
Pineapple BBQ Meatballs
Slow Cooker Sweet and Sour Meatballs
Meatballs, pineapple and peppers slow cooked in a tangy sweet and sour glaze.
General Tso's Chicken Meatballs Recipe
Chicken Cordon Bleu Meatballs (with Dijon Sauce) Recipe
Soutzoukakia Greek meatballs in rich tomato sauce
Slow Cooker Kung Pao Meatballs
All the flavors of a sweet and savory Kung Pao dish in an easy to make, slow cooker recipe that starts with frozen meatballs. Serve over rice for a complete meal.
Classic Italian Meatballs
Ricotta cheese is the secret to these moist, tender meatballs. Serve over pasta with your favorite marinara sauce for a meal the whole family will love.
Lamb Meatballs
Salisbury Steak Meatballs
Salisbury steak and onions in a flavorful gravy, served meatball style over hot egg noodles.
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1 comment
Lori Lyle
I once made meatballs using pickle relish in them and can no longer find the recipe. Do you know of one? They were quite good. Thank you