Chicago Meatballs Recipe

These Chicago-style meatballs are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser! Recently served at a party to rave reviews, this recipe delivers juicy, flavorful meatballs simmered in a tangy sauce. Perfect served over rice, noodles, or mashed potatoes, these are sure to become a family favorite. Get ready to impress!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 100 mins
Calories 535 kcal
Protein 57g
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Ingredients for Chicago Meatballs

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How to Make Chicago Meatballs

  1. In a large bowl, gently combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, egg, Parmesan cheese, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
  2. Roll the meat mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs.
  3. Place the meatballs in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together the sauerkraut, tomato sauce, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar.
  5. Pour the sauce evenly over the meatballs.
  6. Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil.
  7. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce has thickened.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

80 g

Sugar

221g

Fat

27g

Carbs

23g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chicago Meatballs?

Chicago Meatballs takes about 120 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 100 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chicago Meatballs?

Chicago Meatballs has approximately 535 calories per serving, with about 57 g protein, 23 g carbohydrates and 23 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chicago Meatballs?

The key ingredients for Chicago Meatballs are Hamburger, Breadcrumbs, Eggs, Onion Soup Mix, Brown Sugar, Chili Sauce. See the full list with measurements above.

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