Crockpot Little Smokies
These addictive crock pot little smokies are the perfect balance of sweet and spicy. They only require 5 minutes of prep and are always the first thing gone at parties!
I'm known for serving unique and tasty appetizers at parties like bacon cheeseburger dip and philly cheesesteak egg rolls. If there were a Hall of Fame for appetizers these Crock Pot Little Smokies would be in it too. The slow cooker does all the work yet it tastes fussed for hours. They’re the first thing to vanish from the buffet table. You'll wish you doubled the recipe. If you're lucky enough to have leftovers they go great over rice, in mac and cheese or inside a grilled cheese.
Ingredient Notes and Shopping Tips
- Little Smokies: These are also called cocktail sausages. I always use the Beef ones from Hillshire Farms. Look for them in the refrigerated section near the prepackaged deli meat and hot dogs.
- Jalapeno Jelly: I used store bought, but also love this homemade version from Fav Family Recipes. If you don't want these to be super spicy, you could use another jelly like grape or apple instead. I do this in my crock pot meatballs.
- Chili Sauce: I used Heinz. Avoid Asian chili sauces like Sriracha which will be too spicy.
- Chicken Broth: Grab low sodium if you can find it. You can also use beer as the liquid. Don't leave it out or the sugars could scorch and give you a burn warning on the Instant Pot!
- Jalapeno: Remove the ribs for less heat.
Krystle's Tips
- Slow Cooker Tip: Use slow cooker liners or spray crock pot with non stick spray to prevent sticking.
- Optional but Encouraged: Searing adds flavor and texture and is especially easy using the sauté mode in the Instant Pot.
- Instant Pot Tip: Always use low pressure to prevent the casings from wrinkling or splitting.
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Ingredients
- 1 12 Ounce Package Beef Little Smokies
- 1 12 Ounce Jar Jalapeno Jelly Or Grape Jelly
- ¼ Cup Brown Sugar
- ¼ Cup Chili Sauce I used Heinz
- ½ Cup Chicken Broth I used low sodium
- 1 Jalapeno Finely Diced (Optional)
Instructions
In the Crock Pot
- Optional but Encouraged: Brown sausages on all sides in a large skillet.
- Line crockpot with a liner, or spray with non stick cooking spray.
- Combine all ingredients. Stir until well coated.
- Cook on high for 1-1.5 hours, or on low for 3 hours.
In The Instant Pot
- Sear sausages on sauté mode until browned on all sides.
- Combine all ingredients in the Instant Pot. Sit until well coated.
- Cook on low pressure for 1 minute.
- Do a quick release of pressure.
Nutrition
Made these crockpot little smokies today—such an easy and tasty snack! 🐷🔥
Love this easy to make smokies in crockpot, I made it for our family dinner, kids loved it.
I love the kick of the japaleno jelly in there! Such a fun touch to the recipe!
These little smokies were a hit at a house party we hosted! So good.
This worked exactly as written, thanks!
These little smokies are packed with so much flavor and so delicious! We recently had a gathering and we made these. Everyone loved them and I just had to share this recipe with them! Can’t wait to make these again!
Always great to learn about more fun recipes to make in the crockpot. 🙂
Oooh, these Crockpot Little Smokies look heavenly!