Slow Cooker Crockpot Little Smokies with BBQ Sauce

little smokies and BBQ sauce in a slow cooker Crockpot

Slow Cooker Crockpot Little Smokies with BBQ Sauce

Let’s be honest, if there’s a Crockpot full of Lil Smokies at the party, that’s where people are hovering. This is one of those set-it-and-forget-it appetizers that just work. I’ve made enough party food to know the key is getting that sauce ratio right so it’s thick, glossy, and coats every bite. Growing up around Southern gatherings taught me that the best appetizers are the ones that require minimal effort but maximum flavor. This recipe is simple, reliable, and built to feed a crowd without stressing you out.

Course Appetizer, Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword Crockpot cocktail sausages, Crockpot Little Smokies, Little Smokies recipe, slow cooker cocktail sausages, slow cooker Little Smokies

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 2

Total Time 2 10

Servings servings

Calories 220kcal

Author Brandi Crawford

Equipment

Slow Cooker

Ingredients

28 oz Little Smokies packaged sausage I used 2 14oz packs.
1 ½ cups BBQ sauce
½ cup brown sugar Dark or light brown sugar will work. Adjust to suit your taste.
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon smoked paprika

Instructions

Add all of the ingredients to a slow cooker or Crockpot (mine is 7quart) and stir.
Cover the pot with the lid. Slow cook for 2-3 hours on Low or 1 hour on High until warm and the sauce has thickened.

Notes

You can use white granulated sugar or sweetener if you wish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 13g