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Baked Juicy Smoky Chipotle Meatballs

Baked Juicy Smoky Chipotle Meatballs You Can't Resist

Baked Juicy Smoky Chipotle Meatballs are a flavorful, easy-to-make dish that brings comforting warmth to your table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Main dishes
Cuisine American
Servings 4 meatballs
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • parchment paper

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs

  • 1 pound Ground beef a rich base that adds juicy flavor
  • 1 pound Ground pork enhances tenderness and flavor profile
  • 2 each Chipotle peppers in adobo introduce smoky heat
  • 1 tablespoon Adobo sauce adds extra kick and depth
  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs provides texture and holds mixture together
  • ½ cup Whole milk keeps meatballs moist and tender
  • 1 each Large egg acts as a binder
  • 2 cloves Garlic infuses with aromatic goodness
  • ½ cup Finely chopped onion adds sweetness and moisture
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika deepens the smoky flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cumin lends warm, earthy tone
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano offers herbal freshness
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt enhances combined flavors
  • ½ teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper adds heat and enhances flavor
  • ¼ cup Fresh cilantro finishes with a fresh note
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil contributes to a golden, crispy exterior

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Soak the panko breadcrumbs in whole milk for about 5 minutes until softened.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine all the meat mixture ingredients and mix gently.
  • Shape the mixture into 1½-inch meatballs and place them on the baking sheet.
  • Drizzle olive oil over the meatballs before baking.
  • Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes.
  • Let the meatballs rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

These meatballs are freezer-friendly and perfect for meal prep. Store any leftovers in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg
Keyword baked meatballs, chipotle meatballs, Comfort Food, easy recipes, smoky meatballs
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