Darlene's Chili Meatballs

Spice up your dinner menu with Darlene's Chili Meatballs, a hearty and flavor-packed recipe that's perfect for any occasion. These tender baked meatballs are made with a rich blend of ground beef and pork, seasoned with bold chili powder, cumin, paprika, and garlic for a savory kick. Once baked to perfection, they're simmered in a delicious homemade chili sauce featuring diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and beef broth, creating a tangy, smoky coating that clings to every bite. Ready in just an hour, this versatile dish can be served over fluffy rice, paired with crusty bread, or enjoyed as a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Easy to make and loaded with spicy, comforting flavors, these chili meatballs are sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 pound ground pork
• 1 medium, finely chopped onion
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup milk
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 14-ounce can canned diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 tablespoon chili powder (for sauce)
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin (for sauce)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, finely chopped onion, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, garlic powder, chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until evenly combined.

Step 3

Using your hands or a small scoop, form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 4

Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until they are lightly browned and cooked through.

Step 5

While the meatballs are baking, prepare the chili sauce. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.

Step 6

Add the canned diced tomatoes, tomato paste, beef broth, chili powder, and ground cumin to the skillet. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Bring the sauce to a simmer and reduce the heat to low. Let the sauce simmer gently for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 8

Once the meatballs are baked, carefully transfer them to the simmering chili sauce using a slotted spoon. Stir gently to coat the meatballs with the sauce.

Step 9

Cover the skillet and let the meatballs simmer in the chili sauce for an additional 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 10

Serve the chili meatballs warm over rice, with crusty bread, or as a party appetizer.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2007.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3503.9

Total Fat 232.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 78.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.1g
Cholesterol 942.2mg	0%
Sodium 6409.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 134.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.2g	0%
Total Sugars 34.1g
Protein 228.6g	0%

Vitamin D 80.6IU	0%
Calcium 556.2mg	0%
Iron 26.0mg	0%
Potassium 3000.0mg	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: 59.0%

Protein: 25.8%

Carbs: 15.2%