Meatballs in Chipotle Sauce

Indulge in the smoky, spicy richness of **Meatballs in Chipotle Sauce**, a comforting Mexican-inspired dish that's sure to become a family favorite. Juicy meatballs made with a flavorful blend of ground beef, pork, garlic, cilantro, and breadcrumbs are gently browned to perfection before being simmered in a vibrant chipotle-tomato sauce. The sauce, infused with smoky chipotle peppers, aromatic cumin, and a hint of sweetness, envelops the meatballs in bold, savory flavor. Ready in under an hour, this recipe combines easy preparation with show-stopping taste. Serve these tender, saucy meatballs over fluffy rice, alongside warm tortillas, or with crusty bread to soak up every drop of the rich sauce. Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this crowd-pleaser will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 0.5 pound Ground pork
• 1 large Egg
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
• 4 cloves Garlic
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 peppers Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
• 1 cup Tomato sauce
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 0.5 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Oregano
• 1 medium Onion
• 1 teaspoon Sugar

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, egg, breadcrumbs, minced garlic (2 cloves), chopped cilantro, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

Mix the ingredients thoroughly until well combined, but avoid overmixing to keep the meatballs tender.

Step 3

Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a tray or plate.

Step 4

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the meatballs in batches and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Set aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, add the finely chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 3 minutes.

Step 6

Add minced garlic (remaining 2 cloves) and sauté for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 7

Blend the chipotle peppers in adobo sauce with the tomato sauce until smooth, then add the mixture to the skillet.

Step 8

Stir in the chicken broth, cumin powder, oregano, salt (to taste), and sugar. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.

Step 9

Add the browned meatballs to the sauce and spoon the sauce over them to coat.

Step 10

Cover the skillet and simmer on low heat for 15-20 minutes, or until the meatballs are fully cooked and the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 11

Adjust seasoning with additional salt or sugar if needed.

Step 12

Serve the meatballs hot with rice, tortillas, or crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1519.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2467.9

Total Fat 171.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 57.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 744.8mg	0%
Sodium 4891.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 79.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.2g	0%
Total Sugars 22.0g
Protein 158.4g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 286.3mg	0%
Iron 15.9mg	0%
Potassium 1842.0mg	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: 61.9%

Protein: 25.4%

Carbs: 12.8%