Mexican Meatballs In Chipotle Chili Sauce Recipe

Spice up your life with these incredible Mexican Meatballs in a smoky chipotle chili sauce! A Chicago classic from Mary Wilkinson, these flavorful meatballs are even better the day after, allowing the spices to meld and deepen. Perfect for a cozy night in or a fiesta with friends. Get ready for a taste explosion!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 120 mins
Calories 488.6 kcal
Protein 63g
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Ingredients for Mexican Meatballs In Chipotle Chili Sauce

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How to Make Mexican Meatballs In Chipotle Chili Sauce

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (finely chopped), cumin, chili powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Gently mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  3. Roll the meat mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
  4. Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the tomato sauce, chicken broth, brown sugar, and lime juice.
  6. Pour the sauce over the browned meatballs in the skillet.
  7. Cover the skillet and transfer to the preheated oven. Bake for 30 minutes.
  8. Remove the skillet from the oven and stir in the chopped cilantro.
  9. Serve hot, garnished with extra cilantro and a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt (optional). Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

41 g

Sugar

23g

Fat

44g

Carbs

5g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Mexican Meatballs In Chipotle Chili Sauce?

Mexican Meatballs In Chipotle Chili Sauce takes about 150 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 120 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Mexican Meatballs In Chipotle Chili Sauce?

Mexican Meatballs In Chipotle Chili Sauce has approximately 488.6 calories per serving, with about 63 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 50 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Mexican Meatballs In Chipotle Chili Sauce?

The key ingredients for Mexican Meatballs In Chipotle Chili Sauce are Ground Chuck, Ground Pork, Flat Leaf Parsley, White Onion, Garlic Cloves, Dried Mexican Oregano. See the full list with measurements above.

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