Cranberry Chili Meatballs

Cranberry Chili Meatballs

Author: Chef Elsa Prep Time: 15 min
Cook Time: 45 min Total Time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings Category: Appetizers Cuisine: American Diet: Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free breadcrumbs)

Description

Description Tender meatballs enveloped in a sweet and spicy cranberry chili sauce, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs ground beef
  • 0.75 cup plain bread crumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 2.5 teaspoons chili powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.5 – 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust according to spice preference)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 Tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 14 oz can whole berry or jellied cranberry sauce
  • 12 oz bottle Heinz chili sauce
  • 0.75 cup packed brown sugar
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Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, chili powder, ground cumin, onion powder, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix gently until just combined.
  2. Form the mixture into 1 to 1.5-inch diameter meatballs and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. In a medium saucepan, whisk together cranberry sauce, chili sauce, brown sugar, and chili powder. Heat over medium until simmering, stirring occasionally for 10-15 minutes.
  4. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a large baking dish. Place meatballs in a single layer and bake for 15-20 minutes.
  5. Remove meatballs, pour cranberry chili sauce over them, and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
  6. Garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro and serve hot.

Notes

  1. Notes
  2. Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and avoid overmixing to keep meatballs tender.