Baked Enchilada Meatballs
These Baked Enchilada Meatballs are a flavorful and easy-to-make dish, perfect for a weeknight dinner. Made with seasoned ground beef and smothered in a rich red enchilada sauce, then topped with melted cheese, they’re a crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-35 minutes
- Total Time: 40-50 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
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- 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 (10 ounce) can red enchilada sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- Optional toppings: sour cream, fresh cilantro, diced green onions, sliced jalapeños
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, chopped onion, minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them in the prepared baking dish.
- Pour the enchilada sauce evenly over the meatballs.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
- Remove the dish from the oven and sprinkle the shredded cheese over the meatballs.
- Return to the oven for another 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve hot, garnished with optional toppings like sour cream, cilantro, green onions, or jalapeños. Great with rice or tortillas.
Notes
- Do not overmix the meatball mixture to ensure tender meatballs.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the meatball mixture.
- These meatballs are great served over rice, with warm tortillas, or as an appetizer.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
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