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Tex Mex Meatballs

Zesty Tex Mex Meatballs for a Fun Family Dinner Night

These Tex Mex Meatballs are quick to prepare and bursting with bold flavors, perfect for a family dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Beef or ground turkey for a leaner option
  • 1 medium Chopped Onion or shallots for a milder flavor
  • 1 medium Minced Jalapeño adjust based on spice preference
  • 1 cup Crushed Corn Chips or whole-grain tortilla chips
  • 1 large Egg beaten
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Cilantro or parsley if cilantro is not preferred
  • 1 tsp Ground Cumin
  • 1 tsp Salt to taste
  • 1/2 tsp Pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder or fresh minced garlic
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Red Enchilada Sauce homemade or store-bought
  • 1/2 cup Chicken Broth or vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • 2 pieces Chipotle Peppers in Adobo adjust for spice level
For Topping
  • 1 cup Shredded Mexican Cheese or low-fat cheese for a lighter version
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil or avocado oil for browning meatballs

Equipment

  • 12-inch cast iron skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, minced jalapeño, crushed corn chips, beaten egg, chopped cilantro, ground cumin, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Mix gently until just combined.
  2. Shape the mixture into approximately 15 equal-sized meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter.
  3. Heat olive oil in a 12-inch cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and brown the meatballs for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally.
  4. Pour in the red enchilada sauce, chicken broth, and minced chipotle peppers. Stir gently and bring to a simmer, cooking uncovered for 10-12 minutes.
  5. Once cooked, top with shredded Mexican cheese, cover the skillet, and let it melt on low heat.
  6. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately on a bed of cilantro-lime rice, mini burger buns, or warm tortillas.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 18gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 350IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing the meatball ingredients to keep them tender and juicy. Adjust spices according to taste before cooking.

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