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Sticky Pineapple Glazed Cocktail Sausages

Savory smoked cocktail sausages and sweet pineapple chunks simmered in a thick, glossy BBQ brown sugar glaze. The ultimate 3-step party appetizer.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 people
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Party Food
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Components
  • 2 packages cocktail sausages (Lil Smokies) 14oz each
  • 1 can pineapple chunks 20oz, drain but reserve 1/2 cup juice
The Glaze
  • 1.5 cups BBQ sauce Sweet Baby Ray's or similar
  • 0.25 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley finely chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • Deep Skillet or Slow Cooker
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Open the packages of sausages and drain any liquid. If using a skillet, sear sausages over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes to brown.
  2. Lower heat to medium. Add the BBQ sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, and the reserved 1/2 cup of pineapple juice.
  3. Stir well until sugar is dissolved and sauce begins to bubble.
  4. Fold in the pineapple chunks gently.
  5. Simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes until the sauce reduces and becomes thick and sticky.
  6. Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish immediately with fresh parsley.

Notes

For Slow Cooker: Dump all ingredients (except parsley) in and cook on High for 2 hours.