These easy crockpot Grape Jelly Lil Smokies are proof you only need a jar of jelly, a bottle of chili sauce, and a slow cooker to be a party hero! Toss it in, walk away, and come back to a pot of sticky little sausages that will disappear faster than a paycheck in December! Just 3 ingredients, zero effort, and the first thing gone from the buffet!
Heavenly little smokies dripping with a lavish sauce?
You are about to discover that a little smokies infatuation is a real thing!
Kate writes: “I made this on Christmas and it was gone immediately.”
The sweet grape jelly combined with chili sauce create the unexpected. An outrageous flavor fest that will tempt and tease every last one of your taste buds!
These lil smokies grape jelly beauties are just daring you to have one more bite!
There they are… just soaking up exquisite sauce in your slow cooker.
Trust me, no one can handle this kind of temptation!
I’ve literally watched them vanish before my eyes at parties. No one could get enough… and I blame the wildly delicious sauce!
It deserves all the blame… I mean credit.
Believe me, these 3 Ingredient little smokies in grape jelly and chili sauce are about to change your life! Just like these wildly scrumptious Bacon Wrapped Smokies!
Now let’s get these tasty lil smokies cooking in the crockpot!
Here’s what you’ll need to get started…
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Ingredients
You’ll just need a few simple ingredients to prepare this crowd-pleasing lil smokies grape jelly recipe!
Check your freezer, fridge, cupboards or pantry, or add the following to your next grocery list to make sure you’ve got everything on hand…
- Little Smokies – you can either use the Pork & Chicken Smokies or Beef Smokies. If using Beef Lit’l Smokies, the packages are slightly smaller, but will still work just fine.
- Grape Jelly – this will add such a delicious sweetness to your smokies.
- Chili Sauce – this will balance the sweetness, and add a tangy pop of flavor!
You’ll also need a 5 – 6 quart Crock Pot to get the job done.
That’s it. Just 3 easy slow cooker ingredients. So simple!
Are Lil Smokies Fully Cooked?
Yes! Lit’l Smokies come pre-cooked in the package from the store.
So all you’ll need to do is dump them in your Crock Pot with this irresistible grape jelly and chili sauce… and heat them up!
How to Make Lil Smokies in Grape Jelly
Cooking these chili sauce grape jelly lil smokies to perfection requires hardly any effort.
Here’s what you’ll do…
1. Combine your sauce in a mixing bowl.
2. Then place the smokies in your Crock Pot and stir in the sauce mixture.
3. Next, follow the instructions in the recipe card below to cook your smokies, stirring occasionally as necessary.
That’s it!
This crockpot little smokies recipe requires just a few short hours to cook, when you use low heat in your 5 – 6 quart slow cooker.
Scroll down for the printable recipe card with detailed, step-by-step instructions.
Variations
Did you know you can also make Grape Jelly Smokies in your Instant Pot? Here’s what you’ll do…
Instant Pot Instructions
- Add Grape Jelly and Chili Sauce to medium mixing bowl, and stir well.
- Pour half of sauce mixture into your 6 quart Instant Pot. (The same Instant Pot I use for all of my Easy Instant Pot Recipes)
- Toss smokies with remaining sauce, then transfer to instant pot.
- Cook, allow to cool for a few minutes, and ENJOY!
You can find the complete instructions in the recipe card notes below.
What Goes Good With Little Smokies?
These crock pot lil smokies with grape jelly create an ideal party appetizer or game day recipe. They’re also a totally terrific weekend movie night snack!
You can just grab some toothpicks and enjoy them straight out of your slow cooker.
Then, give your day a magnificent upgrade when you pair them with even more outrageous appetizers…
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- Chips
- Cold Dips
- Hot Skillet Queso Dip
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- Coca Cola Chicken Party Wings
- Veggie Platter
- Fruit Platter
What Goes With Smokies For Dinner?
These grape jelly and chili sauce smokies also work great for dinner.
They’re extra fabulous when served up with…
- Baked Beans
- Cold Veggies and Dip
- Crockpot Macaroni and Cheese
- French Fries
- Pasta Salad
- Potato Wedges
- Cheesy Mashed Potatoes
- Sweet Potato Fries
Grape Jelly Lil Smokies Reviews
Here’s What Your Frugal Friends Are Saying About This Crock Pot Little Smokies Recipe with Grape Jelly and Chili Sauce…
Jessica writes: “Perfect for parties — easy to make and delicious!”
Rebecca writes: “There are superb!”
Emily writes: “This combination of flavors is delicious! A family favorite!”
Laura writes: “They were wonderful!”
Peggy writes: “This is my go to crock pot take-to-a-party dish”
Kim writes: “These are the best!”
Amber writes: “Made these for a baby shower and it was a huge hit”
Kate writes: “I made this on Christmas and it was gone immediately.”
Sarah writes: “A total crowd-pleaser!”
Cheryl writes: “Love it! ❤️ Favorite way to make the lil smokies!”
Betty writes: “Super easy to make and so delicious!”
Ryan writes: “These are always a hit at any party.”
Anna writes: “You can also try blackberry jelly for a change. Not as sweet, but awesome!”
Carol writes: “For a smaller batch, I use 1/2 the amount of jelly and chili sauce in a 2-qt. crockpot … they still turn out well.”
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Grape Jelly Lil Smokies
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Ingredients
- 28 oz. Hillshire Farm Lit’l Smokies, (if substituting Beef Lit'l Smokies, use two 12 oz. packages)
- 16 oz. Grape Jelly
- 12 oz. Heinz Chili Sauce
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients.
- Combine Grape Jelly and Chili Sauce in a medium bowl, and stir with large spoon until well combined.
- Place Smokies into Crockpot, top with sauce mixture, and stir until all Smokies have bene well coated.
- Cook on HIGH for about 2 hours, or LOW for about 4 hours, or until hot. Stir occasionally.
- Serve with toothpicks and ENJOY!
Notes
- Add Grape Jelly and Chili Sauce to medium mixing bowl, and stir until well combined.
- Pour half of sauce mixture into your 6 quart Instant Pot.
- Add smokies to bowl with remaining sauce, stir well, then transfer to instant pot.
- Make sure smokies are pulled back from the edges of the instant pot. This will prevent burning.
- Select ‘Pressure Cook’, Cook Time: 5 Minutes, Pressure Level: Low.
- Quick release pressure once smokies are done cooking, allow to cool for at least 5 minutes with the lid off, then ENJOY!
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So have you tried this Crockpot Smokies Recipe with Grape Jelly yet?
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I am always looking for an easy 3-ingredient appetizer, and these Grape Jelly Lil Smokies did not disappoint! The combination of grape jelly and chili sauce creates such a perfect sweet and savory glaze. I love that I can just throw everything in the crockpot and have a crowd-pleasing snack ready for game day or parties without any stress. This is definitely going into my permanent rotation of slow cooker recipes!
The chili and grape jelly sauce really is magical. I can never stop eating these little cuties!
I already love the flavor combo of grape jelly and chili sauce, so enjoying this is a no-brainer! Besides, 3 ingredients – that’s my kind of recipe!!!
These lil smokies are so crazy delicious, I know you’ll love them!
The grape jelly and chili sauce combo is such a fun twist, and I can already imagine these disappearing fast at a party. 😋
These lil smokies really are ridiculously tasty. I know you’ll love them!
I need to know how to make lil smokies with brown sugar and grape jelly.
Hi Sarah ~ as far as sweetness goes, I usually would choose either the grape jelly in this recipe, or substitute the grape jelly for 1/2 cup of light brown sugar.
Or another option you might like is these Brown Sugar Bacon Wrapped Smokies… https://thefrugalgirls.com/2013/11/crockpot-bacon-wrapped-smokies-recipe.html