Little Smokies Recipe (2024)

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This quick and easy Little Smokies Recipe combines little smokie sausages in a sweet and tangy barbecue sauce with a hint of spice. They are almost impossible to stop eating, and they are always a huge party hit. I love to serve them for movie nights, game days, potlucks, and patio parties. Or serve as a main course over white rice or mashed potatoes.

This savory recipe without the grape jelly is adaptable to a slow cooker, the stovetop, or the oven. It takes less than 5 minutes of prep time and is easily customizable to suit your taste. Little smokies come in a variety of flavors like beef, pork and chicken, and turkey. They are available at most grocery stores year-round, and they make a fabulous quick and easy appetizer recipe. Grab a toothpick and enjoy. If you love these, you will also enjoy myrecipeforcocktail sausagewrapped inbacon or my pigs in a blanket.

How to cook little smokies

Crockpot – add the little smokies to the crock pot. Pour the rest of the ingredients into the crock pot and stir to combine. Cover and heat on low for 2-3 hours.
Stovetop – add the little smokies to a skillet or saucepan. Add the rest of the ingredients and stir to combine. Cook over low heat on the stove until the little smokies are glazed and warmed through or for about 20 minutes.
Oven – add the little smokies to a baking dish. Add the rest of the ingredients and stir to combine. Bake in a 350-degree preheated oven for about 30 minutes or until glazed and heated through.

Little Smokies Recipe tips

I like to use a Kansas City style bbq sauce with lots of spice and flavor, but you can use any kind of bbq sauce.
Little smokies are available in several flavors, including beef, chicken and pork, turkey, and Polish smoked sausage. Our favorite is the chicken and pork, but they all taste good in this recipe.
The chili sauce is optional but highly recommended. It gives the sauce a little needed kick, but it is not overly spicy. The sweetness of the brown sugar and BBQ sauce tames it. Sriracha or hot sauce works as a good substitute.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat leftovers in the microwave at reduced power.

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Little Smokies Recipe

This lil smokies recipe with little smoked sausages in a slightly spicy barbecue glaze is easily made in the crock pot, on the stovetop, or in the oven. They are addicting and always a huge hit at parties.

5 from 24 votes

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Course: appetizers

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 2 hours hours

Servings: 12 serving

Calories: 80kcal

Author: Beth Pierce

Ingredients

2 16 ounce packages little smokies
1 cup bbq sauce
1 cup ketchup
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1-2 tablespoons chili sauce sambal oelek optional

Instructions

Crock Pot – add the little smokies to the crock pot. Add the rest of the ingredients to the crock pot and stir to combine. Cover and heat on low for 2 hours.
Stovetop – add the little smokies to a skillet. Add the rest of the ingredients and stir to combine. Cook over low heat until the little smokies are glazed and warmed through or for about 20 minutes.
Oven – add the little smokies to a baking dish. Add the rest of the ingredients and stir to combine. Bake in a 350-degree preheated oven for about 30 minutes or until glazed and heated through.

Notes

I like to use a Kansas City style bbq sauce with lots of spice and flavor, but you can use any kind of bbq sauce.
Little smokies are available in several flavors, including beef, chicken and pork, turkey, and Polish smoked sausage. Our favorite is the chicken and pork, but they all taste good in this recipe.
The chili sauce is optional but highly recommended. It gives the sauce a little needed kick, but it is not overly spicy. The sweetness of the brown sugar and bbq sauce tames it.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat leftovers in the microwave at reduced power.

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Reader Interactions

Comments

Laura
December 28, 2023 at 10:14 am

Ooh these were delicious. My youngest loved them and wants me to make them again this weekend. Thanks for sharing the recipe, Beth!
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- Beth Pierce
  December 28, 2023 at 1:29 pm
  Thanks, Laura!
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Jupiter N
December 21, 2023 at 3:27 am
This is such a classic! Thank you for sharing your easy to follow recipe – it’s perfect for the holidays.
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Elizabeth W
December 20, 2023 at 7:13 pm

Little smokies are always delicious and great party food. Love the sauce for these smokies. It was the perfect combination of sweet and spicy! Thanks for sharing the recipe!
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- Beth Pierce
  December 22, 2023 at 9:36 am
  The pleasure is all mine, Elizabeth.
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Kevin
December 20, 2023 at 5:46 pm
Great party food! I served them for a card game and guys loved them. I should have doubled the batch! Next time I will.
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Jenny
December 20, 2023 at 4:20 pm
So tasty and easy to make. My friends loved this recipe. I shared it with them so maybe the next time they could bring it to our cackle session.
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Michelle
December 20, 2023 at 2:59 am
The combination of sweet and tangy barbecue sauce with a hint of spice was absolutely mouthwatering. They make a great party snack. Thanks for sharing the recipe, Beth!
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- Beth Pierce
  December 22, 2023 at 8:45 am
  You are most welcome, Michelle!
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Melanie E
December 19, 2023 at 1:49 pm

My kids loved this! The combo of sausages and BBQ sauce worked incredibly well together. They are a new family favorite.
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Tammy
December 19, 2023 at 11:39 am
I’ve never had little smokies before actually but they sound and look SO delicious! I have to give this a go..perfect little appetizer for game day!
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Tanya B
December 19, 2023 at 10:02 am

Your Little Smokies Recipe was absolutely irresistible! The sweet and tangy barbecue sauce with a hint of spice was the perfect combination. I made them for a little get together with friends and they were a big hit. Thanks for the recipe, Beth! I will make these again soon.
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- Beth Pierce
  December 20, 2023 at 8:17 am
  The pleasure is all mine, Tanya!
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Ree
December 19, 2023 at 5:58 am
These little smokies are impossible to resist. I made them for the office potluck and everyone devoured them! So delicious and easy to make.
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- Beth Pierce
  December 20, 2023 at 8:15 am
  Thanks, Ree! I am glad that you liked them!
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Maria
December 19, 2023 at 5:52 am

These little smokies were perfect for movie night. Everyone loved them. I am really getting into these Hallmark Christmas movies.
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- Beth Pierce
  December 20, 2023 at 8:09 am
  Thanks, Maria! I am glad that everyone enjoyed them.
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Yeah Lifestyle
December 19, 2023 at 4:57 am

These little smokies are so tasty. I love the combo of the little sausages and the bbq sauce together, they are so moreish!
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Indu
December 19, 2023 at 2:41 am
Something different to try. Smokies recipe can be added to my weekend party menu. My friends will love it.
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Lisa
December 19, 2023 at 1:52 am
I love these little tasty dogs. I make them in a crockpot and the kids snack on them after school. Or I make a big pan of them on the stove and serve over egg noodles or mashed potatoes. So yummy!
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Catalina
December 18, 2023 at 4:15 pm

This is such a delicious snack. I made it for movie night and everyone loved it.
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Sam
December 18, 2023 at 9:55 am

Delicious little smokies recipe. They are quick, easy, and everyone loves them! Thanks for sharing!
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Erin
December 16, 2023 at 8:08 am
Always a hit on our table! This is definitely a must make!
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justin
August 13, 2023 at 3:39 pm

This is my new, go-to little smokies recipe. I’ve always made the grape jelly version, but this recipe has layers of flavor that go well with HF beef smokies. I didn’t change anything from the recipe. I used a KC-style sweet and spicy bbq sauce, and I used 1.5 TBSP Sriracha.
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- Beth Pierce
  August 13, 2023 at 4:43 pm
  Thanks, Justin! So glad that you like the little smokies. We lovew them too!
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Deshay
January 06, 2023 at 5:46 pm

This is so good! My family loves it!!
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Christian Foremost
October 20, 2022 at 7:35 pm
Yum yum yum, great recipe. Perfect easy last minute game day food. Everyone loves them.
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dorry
October 20, 2022 at 11:07 am
They were very tasty and easy to make! Thank you for the recipe
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Neely Moldovan
October 19, 2022 at 3:42 pm
OH I haven’t had these in years. Looks so good!
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Bryan
October 19, 2022 at 1:22 pm

Little Smokies make for a good snack/meal. I like the beef variety best. Perhaps a good choice for the upcoming MLB games and World Series?
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- Beth Pierce
  October 25, 2022 at 11:36 am
  Yes so true!
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Beti
October 19, 2022 at 11:28 am

Oh my goodness! These are amazing!! My favorite appetizer! Thanks for sharing! 🙂
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- Beth Pierce
  October 25, 2022 at 11:35 am
  The pleasure is all mine Beti!
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katerina
October 19, 2022 at 11:27 am

These little smokies are fantastic! My family LOVED these!! YUM!
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Allyson Zea
October 19, 2022 at 9:53 am

My kids loooove these! thanks for the recipe!!!
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Sonia Seivwright
October 19, 2022 at 7:47 am
The flavour in this sauce is mouth-watering. I love that it is easy to make too.
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Erin
October 19, 2022 at 2:15 am
The kids just love these. So easy to make.
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Amanda
October 18, 2022 at 5:31 pm
This is going to get made at our halloween party this year!
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Brianne
October 18, 2022 at 1:43 pm

I”m getting hungry just looking at these pictures. Little smokies are such a classic appetizer.
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Luna S
October 18, 2022 at 1:28 pm

I like making these as a quick and easy meal for my son for school! They always turn out quite delicious and they are easy to eat.
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- Beth Pierce
  October 22, 2022 at 5:46 pm
  So true!
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Katherine
June 06, 2022 at 9:39 am

Making these for a neighborhood party this weekend! I love the flavors in the sauce.
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Shadi Hasanzadenemati
June 06, 2022 at 9:17 am

Thank you so much! The flavors are perfect and I loved this recipe!
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Jess
June 06, 2022 at 8:51 am

My whole family loves when I make these! Love them for an appetizer on NYE!
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Kushigalu
June 06, 2022 at 8:31 am

WOW! Looks like a fantastic appetizer, My family is going to love this. Thanks for sharing.
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Casey
June 06, 2022 at 8:11 am

These are SUCH a hit at my house! My kids and their friends devour them! I will have to try them in the crockpot next!
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Catalina
June 04, 2022 at 8:05 am

Mmmmm… This will be our new favorite appetizer! My family will go crazy over it!
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Erin
June 04, 2022 at 5:41 am
I love these little smokies. They are always a hit and so easy. Even my picky son loves them.
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Sam
June 03, 2022 at 5:43 pm

Very tasty! Perfect recipe for a busy day
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Erik
June 03, 2022 at 5:03 pm

Love how easy this is. And the flavor is so bold!
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FAQs

What goes good with little smokies? ›

What to Serve With Little Smokies

Sweet Potato Wedges. Sweet potato fries or wedges are a perfect side dish with little smokies sausages if you want to keep it super simple. ...
Grape Jelly Meatballs. ...
Crescent Rolls. ...
Pasta Salad. ...
Potato Salad. ...
Mashed Potatoes. ...
Baked Beans. ...
Onion Rings.

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Mar 20, 2023

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Are little smokies already fully cooked? ›

Yes! Like most smoked sausages, little smokies are already fully cooked. You'll want to heat them through before serving. We think the easiest way is to toss them in the slow cooker with a simple three-ingredient pantry sauce.

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How to cook Hillshire Farm beef little smokies? ›

Microwave on High for 20-25 seconds or until hot. (For compact or microwave ovens lower than 850 watts add 5-10 seconds, if needed). Let stand in microwave for 1 minute, before serving. CAUTION: PRODUCT WILL BE HOT!

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Should I boil or fry Smokies? ›

Grilling and frying sausages can make the sausages pop with flavour. Boiling sausages is a faster method but you will have to part with some of the flavour unless you fry them after boiling them.

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How to cook pre cooked smokies? ›

Pan-Frying:

Heat a skillet or frying pan over medium heat.
Add a small amount of cooking oil or butter to the pan if desired.
Place the fully cooked and thawed sausage links in the pan.
Cook the sausages, turning them occasionally, until they are heated through and browned on all sides.

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How many little smokies is one serving? ›

Cloverdale Meats

Nutrition Facts
For a Serving Size of 1 link (11.34g)
How many calories are in Lil' Smokies Smoked Sausage? Amount of calories in Lil' Smokies Smoked Sausage: Calories 34	Calories from Fat 25.2 (74.1%)
	% Daily Value *

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How long do little smokies last in fridge after cooking? ›

All sausages- except dry sausage - are perishable and therefore must be kept refrigerated or frozen. Uncooked fresh sausage can be stored in the refrigerator one to two days; after cooking, keep for three to four days refrigerated (40 °F or less).

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How do you know if little smokies are bad? ›

Strong or unpleasant odor: A strong or unsavory smell is the first sign your sausage has gone bad. If your sausage has a fish-like, acidic or sour smell, you'll likely want to throw it away. Cooked sausage often has a rotten smell when it's gone bad, so even if you bought it precooked, toss it if you notice that smell.

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What are the black spots on little smokies? ›

Bacteria, Carnimonas nigrificans, was found responsible for the development of these spots, or black spots in cured meat products. Its development is favored by the addition of dextrose, maltose or dextrin, while inhibited by the addition of sodium nitrite or potassium bisulphite.

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How do you thicken BBQ sauce in little smokies? ›

You can use either flour or cornstarch to thicken BBQ sauce. Just mix together 2 tbsp (16 g) of flour and ¼ cup (62.5 mL) of water, or combine 1 tbsp (9 g) of cornstarch with 1 tbsp (15 mL) of water. Continue mixing the thickener until there are no lumps of flour or cornstarch.

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What is the shelf life of little smokies? ›

A "use by date" is the last date recommended for the use of the product while at peak quality. The product should still be safe if it has been handled properly after this date unless there is noticeable spoilage (off odor, flavor, texture). Same is true for the "once opened use within 7 days" concept.

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How many little smokies are in a 14 oz package? ›

NOTE: There are approximately 40 links in each package of Little Smokies.

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Is it better to cook sausages in the oven or pan? ›

One of the healthiest ways to cook sausages is in the oven. It's super easy to do, and unlike frying or grilling, baking sausages doesn't require any extra oil.

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How do you know when Smokies are done? ›

To determine whether it's done, you can measure the internal temperature with a meat thermometer. Sausages should reach 155–165°F (68–74°C).