Cajun Meatballs

Spice up your weeknight dinners with these bold and flavorful Cajun Meatballs! Made with a succulent blend of ground beef and pork, these perfectly seasoned meatballs pack a punch with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, and a hint of paprika. After a quick sear in olive oil, they are simmered to perfection in a zesty tomato-based sauce infused with chicken broth, hot sauce, and a sprinkle of parsley for a vibrant finish. Ready in just 50 minutes, this easy one-pan recipe is ideal for busy evenings, while delivering the comforting, spicy warmth of Southern-inspired cuisine. Serve these delicious meatballs over rice or pasta, or pair them with crusty bread to soak up every drop of the rich sauce. Whether you're hosting a casual gathering or craving a quick but flavorful dinner, this Cajun Meatballs recipe is a surefire crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 0.5 pound Ground pork
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
• 1 Egg
• 2 tablespoons Milk
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 cup Diced tomatoes (canned)
• 0.5 cup Chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon Hot sauce
• 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, mix the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 2

Using your hands, form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs. Place them on a plate or tray.

Step 3

In a large skillet or frying pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the meatballs in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.

Step 4

Cook the meatballs for 6-8 minutes, turning them frequently until browned on all sides. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set them aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, add the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and hot sauce. Stir well to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 6

Return the meatballs to the skillet, ensuring they are coated in the sauce. Cover the skillet with a lid and let the meatballs simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Once the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly, garnish with chopped parsley.

Step 8

Serve the Cajun meatballs hot, either on their own or over rice, pasta, or with crusty bread for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1227.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2337.6

Total Fat 166.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 56.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.4g
Cholesterol 703.8mg	0%
Sodium 4738.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 63.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.7g	0%
Total Sugars 13.6g
Protein 154.4g	0%

Vitamin D 61.0IU	0%
Calcium 271.6mg	0%
Iron 15.4mg	0%
Potassium 1903.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.2%

Protein: 26.0%

Carbs: 10.7%