3 Ingredient Teriyaki Plum Kielbasa Bites
3-Ingredient Teriyaki Plum Kielbasa Bites combines teriyaki sauce, plum preserves, and smoked kielbasa for a sweet-and-savory bite straight out of a ’90s party menu. Perfect for game day, potlucks, and holiday spreads — slow cooker or oven-friendly!
You’ll love this recipe because…
- It’s 3 ingredients. No one needs a grocery cart full of drama before a party.
- Set it and forget it. Slow cooker or oven, it basically cooks itself. I did mine on the stovetop, anything goes here, y’all!
- It’s a crowd favorite. The sweet-tangy-savory glaze hits all the taste buds.
- Retro charm. It tastes like the 90s in the best way possible.
Sweet & Savory Teriyaki Plum Kielbasa Appetizer
This 3-ingredient appetizer takes you right back to the days of floral couches, chunky highlights, and everyone showing up with a slow cooker to the party.
Juicy kielbasa slices are bathed in a luscious mix of teriyaki sauce and plum preserves, then cooked until caramelized and sticky.
Serve straight from the pot with fancy toothpicks for the easiest crowd-pleaser ever.
Tips & Tricks
- Slice before cooking so the sauce coats every piece.
- I seared mine in a hot pot before adding the sauce and preserves.
- Use good-quality teriyaki sauce — it makes a difference.
- No plum preserves? Swap in apricot jam or peach preserves.
- Keep on the warm setting during a party so guests can help themselves.
- For a deeper flavor, brown the kielbasa in a skillet before adding sauce.
- Want some heat? Add in some red pepper flakes!
What to Serve With
- Boursin & Marinara Dip
- Classic Sweet Potato Casserole
- Easy Spinach Dip
- Warm crusty bread for scooping up extra sauce.
Tools & Equipment
- Slow cooker (4–6 qt) or oven-safe baking dish
- Cutting board & knife
- Wooden spoon or spatula
FAQ
Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes! You can cook the dish a day ahead, then reheat on low in the slow cooker.
Do I have to use plum preserves?
Nope! Any sweet jam works — apricot, peach, even grape jelly.
Can I freeze it?
Yes! Cool completely, freeze in an airtight container, and reheat in a slow cooker or on the stovetop with a splash of water.
3 Ingredient Teriyaki Plum Kielbasa Bites
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: See notes!
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: 12 1x
- Category: appetizer
- Method: oven-baked
- Cuisine: american
Description
This easy 3-ingredient kielbasa appetizer combines teriyaki sauce, plum preserves, and smoked kielbasa for a sweet-and-savory bite straight out of a 90s party menu. Perfect for game day, potlucks, and holiday spreads — slow cooker or oven-friendly!
Ingredients
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2 lbs smoked kielbasa, sliced into ½-inch rounds
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1 cup teriyaki sauce
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1 cup plum preserves
Instructions
Slow Cooker Method:
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Add sliced kielbasa, teriyaki sauce, and plum preserves to the slow cooker. Stir to coat.
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Cook on LOW for 2–3 hours, stirring occasionally.
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Switch to warm setting for serving.
Oven Method:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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In a baking dish, combine kielbasa, teriyaki sauce, and plum preserves. Stir to coat.
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Bake uncovered for 45 minutes, stirring halfway through, until bubbly and slightly caramelized.
Notes
Cook Time: 2–3 hours (slow cooker) or 45 minutes (oven)
I made this on the stovetop. Cooked the kielbasa first to get a little browning on the sausage. Then added in the teriyaki sauce and preserves. Stirred around for a few minutes. I let this cook on the stove, covered, for 25 minutes.
