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Crock Pot Teriyaki Lit’l Smokies Recipe

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These Crock Pot Teriyaki Lit’l Smokies are a delicious and easy slow cooker appetizer featuring fully cooked cocktail sausages simmered in a sweet and savory teriyaki sauce with pineapple, brown sugar, and garlic powder. Perfect for parties and gatherings, they’re ready in just a few hours with minimal effort.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 28 ounce package Hillshire Farm Lit’l Smokies
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks, drained
  • ¾ cup teriyaki sauce
  • ¼ cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 Tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Optional Garnish

  • Sliced chives
  • Sliced green onion
  • Dried parsley flakes

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: In a 4-6 quart slow cooker, add the entire 28 ounce package of Lit’l Smokies, 1 cup of drained pineapple chunks, ¾ cup teriyaki sauce, ¼ cup packed light brown sugar, 1 Tablespoon soy sauce, and 1 teaspoon garlic powder. Stir gently to combine all the ingredients well.
  2. Slow Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook the mixture on low heat for 3 to 4 hours, or alternatively on high heat for 1 to 2 hours. Stir the mixture halfway through the cooking time to ensure even flavor distribution.
  3. Serve Warm: Once cooked, serve the teriyaki lit’l smokies warm directly from the slow cooker. Garnish with optional sliced chives, sliced green onions, or dried parsley flakes for an added touch of freshness and color.

Notes

  • Use fully cooked cocktail sausages for this recipe to ensure safety and reduce cook time.
  • Adjust sweetness by adding more or less brown sugar according to taste preferences.
  • For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free soy sauce and teriyaki sauce.
  • This dish can be kept warm in the slow cooker for several hours before serving.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Find it online: https://lauracooks.com/crock-pot-teriyaki-litl-smokies-recipe/