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Teriyaki Meatballs with Pineapple Recipe

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  • Author: Jasmine
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian-inspired
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

Easy Teriyaki Meatballs are a quick and delicious 30-minute meal featuring frozen turkey meatballs simmered in a savory teriyaki sauce with pineapple chunks for a sweet and tangy flavor. Perfect for a fast dinner or appetizer, this recipe requires just three main ingredients and can be served over rice for a complete meal.


Ingredients

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Meatballs

  • 1 32 ounce package frozen turkey meatballs

Teriyaki Sauce and Pineapple

  • 1 14 ounce jar P.F. Chang’s Home Menu Teriyaki Sauce for Dipping, Cooking & Marinating
  • 1 20 ounce can pineapple chunks or tidbits in juice

Optional

  • Rice, for serving


Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: In a large skillet or saucepan, add the frozen turkey meatballs, entire jar of teriyaki sauce, and the pineapple chunks along with their juice.
  2. Simmer the Meatballs: Place the skillet over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to combine the sauce and pineapple with the meatballs evenly.
  3. Cook Until Heated Through: Continue to cook the meatballs in the sauce mixture for about 20-25 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and the meatballs to heat thoroughly.
  4. Serve: Once cooked, serve the teriyaki meatballs hot over cooked rice if desired, spooning extra sauce and pineapple on top for added flavor.

Notes

  • Teriyaki Meatballs make for an easy and flavorful 30-minute dinner perfect for busy weeknights.
  • This recipe only requires three main ingredients, making it a simple and convenient meal.
  • You can also prepare the meatballs in a crockpot for an appetizer or make-ahead option.
  • Using frozen turkey meatballs keeps this recipe quick and easy without sacrificing taste.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 118 kcal
  • Sugar: 20 g
  • Sodium: 2784 mg
  • Fat: 1 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 22 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 6 g
  • Cholesterol: 5 mg