Hawaiian Lil' Smokies

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Hawaiian lil’ smokies are an easy slow cooker appetizer. They’re perfect for parties, game days, or anytime you need a quick bite.

Prep Time5

Cook Time1 30

Total Time1 35

Course: Appetizer, Side Dish

Cuisine: American, hawaiian

Keyword: easy appetizer, game day appetizers, Hawaiian lil smokies, hawaiian lil smokies recipe, hawaiian lit'l smokies, hawaiian little smokies, little smokies recipe, little smokies recipe ideas, slow cooker little smokies recipe, summer appetizer

Servings: servings

Author: Alyssa Rivers

Equipment

1 4-6 quart slow cooker OR a medium saucepan

Ingredients

28 ounces lil' smokies sausages
1 (15.25-ounce) can pineapple chunks juice drained and reserved
1 cup barbecue sauce
½ cup pineapple juice drained juice from the pineapple chunks
⅓ cup brown sugar
3 tablespoons soy sauce use low-sodium for lower salt content

Instructions

Add 28 ounces Lil' Smokies sausages and 1 (15.25-ounce) can pineapple chunks to the slow cooker.
Combine 1 cup barbecue sauce, ½ cup pineapple juice, ⅓ cup brown sugar, and 3 tablespoons soy sauce in a medium bowl, then pour over the lil' smokies and pineapple.
Stir everything together, then cover and cook on LOW for 1 ½-2 hours, or on HIGH for 1 hour until everything is heated through before serving.

Notes

Leftover and Make Ahead Instructions

Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Reheat on the stove or in the microwave until warm.
Freezer: Freeze before cooking for up to 3 months. Add the smokies, pineapple, and sauce to a freezer bag. Thaw overnight in the fridge, then cook as directed.
Make Ahead: Combine the smokies, pineapple, and sauce up to 2 days ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to cook.

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