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Baked Juicy Smoky Chipotle Meatballs

Baked Juicy Smoky Chipotle Meatballs That Wow Your Taste Buds

Baked Juicy Smoky Chipotle Meatballs are flavor-packed, quick to make, and perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner Ideas
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatball Mixture
  • 1 lb Ground beef provides rich flavor and moisture
  • 1 lb Ground pork adds sweetness and tenderness
  • 2 pcs Chipotle peppers in adobo infuse a smoky, spicy punch
  • 2 tablespoon Adobo sauce enhances depth of flavor
  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs creates delightful texture
  • ½ cup Whole milk keeps meatballs moist
  • 1 pcs Egg acts as a binder
For Seasoning
  • 3 cloves Garlic adds aromatic warmth
  • 1 pcs Onion provides savory underpinning
  • 1 tablespoon Smoked paprika enhances smokiness
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cumin introduces warm, earthy note
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano adds hint of herbaceous brightness
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt essential for flavor
  • ½ teaspoon Black pepper subtle kick that sharpens taste
  • ¼ cup Fresh cilantro adds burst of freshness
For Drizzling
  • 2 tablespoon Olive oil helps achieve a golden-brown crust

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • small bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Soak the panko breadcrumbs in whole milk for about 5 minutes.
  3. Combine ground beef, ground pork, soaked breadcrumbs, chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, egg, garlic, onion, smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, pepper, and cilantro in a bowl.
  4. Shape the mixture into 1½-inch meatballs and place them on the baking sheet.
  5. Drizzle olive oil over the meatballs to enhance browning.
  6. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  7. Let the meatballs rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 16gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These meatballs can be served as a main dish, added to pasta, or used in a sub sandwich. They freeze well for up to 3 months.

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