Best Enchilada Meatballs Recipes

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POTLUCK ENCHILADA MEATBALLS



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This is a twist on the ordinary potluck meatballs. It's easy, inexpensive and a hit at any occasion I serve them. -Terina, Lewis, Decatur, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 4h

Yield 6 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 packages (8-1/2 ounces each) cornbread/muffin mix
2 envelopes reduced-sodium taco seasoning, divided
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
3 cans (10 ounces each) enchilada sauce, divided
2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 jar (16 ounces) salsa
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Prepare and bake muffin mix according to package directions. Cool completely and crumble; transfer to a large bowl. Add 1 envelope taco seasoning, eggs, 1-1/2 cups enchilada sauce and meat; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape meat mixture into 1-1/2-in. balls; bake on greased racks in 15x10x1-in. baking pans lined with foil until lightly browned, 10-12 minutes., Place meatballs in a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker. Combine remaining enchilada sauce, salsa, chiles, 1/2 cup cheese and remaining envelope taco seasoning; pour over meatballs. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Cook, covered, on low until meatballs are cooked through, about 3 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 68 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 227mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

ENCHILADA MEATBALLS



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These are a tasty change from the usual since they use cornbread crumbs instead of crackers or regular bread. They're always a hit at parties! A friend shared this recipe with me ages ago and I've tweaked it to come up with this.

Provided by Shelley

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Meat and Poultry     Meatball Appetizer Recipes

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups crumbled cornbread
1 (10 ounce) can enchilada sauce, divided
½ teaspoon salt
1 ½ pounds ground beef chuck
1 (10 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, combine the cornbread, half of the enchilada sauce, half of the cheese, and the salt. Crumble the beef into the mixture, and blend well using your hands. Shape meat into 1 inch balls, and place on a 10x15 inch jellyroll pan, or any cookie sheet with sides to catch the grease.
  • Bake for 18 to 22 minutes in the preheated oven, until the meat is cooked through.
  • While the meatballs are cooking, warm the tomato sauce and remaining enchilada sauce in a saucepan. Remove the meatballs from the pan using a slotted spoon, and place in a serving dish. Pour the heated sauce over them, and sprinkle the rest of the cheese on top. Provide toothpicks for serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 397.8 calories, Carbohydrate 15.4 g, Cholesterol 100.2 mg, Fat 28.1 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 21.2 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Sodium 811.6 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

ENCHILADA MEATBALLS



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Before I retired, these tasty little treats were popular during snack time at work. They're a good way to use up leftover corn bread. -Mearl Harris, West Plains, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 40m

Yield about 4-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups crumbled cornbread
1 can (10 ounces) enchilada sauce, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 pounds ground beef
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1/2 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cornbread, 1/2 cup enchilada sauce and salt. Crumble beef over mixture; mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls. , Place meatballs on a greased rack in a shallow baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 18-22 minutes or until meat is no longer pink; drain., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, heat tomato sauce and remaining enchilada sauce. Drain meatballs; place in a serving dish. Top with sauce and sprinkle with cheese. Serve with toothpicks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 46 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 103mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

TURKEY-ZUCCHINI ENCHILADA MEATBALLS



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This is a great way to eat lean and keep in line with the 17-day diet cycle.

Provided by Stephanie Wentzlaff

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Ground Turkey Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ¼ pounds lean ground turkey
1 egg
½ teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 (8 ounce) can enchilada sauce
3 cups chopped zucchini
1 green bell pepper, quartered

Steps:

  • Mix turkey, egg, cumin, onion powder, and garlic powder together in a bowl. Form into 2-inch meatballs.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs and brown on all sides, 3 to 5 minutes. Add enchilada sauce and green bell pepper; cook 10 minutes. Add zucchini and cook until tender, about 8 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 586.9 calories, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 303 mg, Fat 31.3 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 61 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 545.3 mg, Sugar 5.9 g

CHICKEN ENCHILADA MEATBALLS



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This Mexican-inspired variation on our classic favorite meatballs is a foolproof appetizer that we'll be serving all year long.

Categories     Entree

Time 2h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package Old El Paso™ original taco seasoning mix
1 lb ground chicken
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 can (10 oz) Old El Paso™ mild enchilada sauce
1 cup cheddar cheese, grated

Steps:

  • In a bowl, season ground chicken with Old El Paso™ taco seasoning mix.
  • Incorporate the breadcrumbs and combine everything well by stirring with a spoon or mixing with your fingers.
  • With your hands, form 1 inch meatballs and place on a greased baking sheet.
  • Broil meatballs in the oven until browned for about 5 to 8 minutes. Oven rack should be about 6 inches away from the broiler. Turn meatballs halfway through.
  • Transfer meatballs to a slow cooker.
  • Pour enchilada sauce over meatballs and make sure they all get coated.
  • Cover and cook on medium-low for 2 hours until meatballs are cooked through and have soaked some of the enchilada sauce.
  • Serve with the enchilada sauce left in the slow cooker and cover with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1050 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

SLOW-COOKER ENCHILADA MEATBALLS



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Old El Paso® enchilada sauce and taco seasoning mix provide a tasty addition to these slow cooked beef meatballs. Perfect for Mexican appetizers.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h15m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/4 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend (5 oz)
3/4 cup crumbled cornbread
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon Old El Paso™ taco seasoning mix (from 1.25-oz package)
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 egg, slightly beaten
1 1/2 lb ground beef round
1 can (10 oz) Old El Paso™ mild enchilada sauce

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 475°F. Line 17x12-inch half-sheet pan with foil; spray foil with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, mix 3/4 cup of the cheese, the cornbread, cilantro, onion, taco seasoning mix, garlic and egg. Crumble beef into cheese mixture, mixing with hands just until blended (do not overmix). Shape mixture into 32 (1-inch) balls. Place in pan. Bake uncovered 15 minutes or until lightly browned.
  • Spray 4- to 5-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. With slotted spatula, remove meatballs from pan to slow cooker. Pour enchilada sauce over meatballs; stir to coat.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 1 hour 30 minutes. Transfer meatballs to serving dish; pour sauce over meatballs. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese. Serve meatballs with toothpicks or cocktail forks. Meatballs can be held on Low heat setting up to 1 hour; stir occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60, Carbohydrate 2 g, Fiber 0 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 110 mg

ENCHILADA MEATBALLS



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This is a spicy meatball good for a tailgate party, or any kind of a get together.

Provided by JANET JORDAN

Categories     Meat Appetizers

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 c crumbled cornbread
1 ( 10 ) oz can enchilada sauce divided
1/2 tsp salt
1 1/2 lb lean ground beef or chuck
1 (10) oz can tomato sauce
1 c shredded mexican cheese blend divided
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees
  • 2. In a large bowl, combine the cornbread, half of the enchilada sauce,half of the cheese, salt and red pepper flakes. Crumble the beef into mixture, and blend well.Using your hands. Shape into 1 inch meatballs and place on a 10 by 15 pan or cookie sheet with sides. to catch the grease.
  • 3. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes in the preheated oven, until meat is cooked through.
  • 4. While the meatballs are cooking, warm the tomato sauce and the remaining enchilada sauce in a saucepan. Remove the meatballs from the pan using a slotted spoon, and place in a serving dish. Pour the heated sauce over the meatballs and sprinkle with the rest of the cheese.
  • 5. Provide toothpicks for serving. (If you want serve on a bed of rice).

ENCHILADA MEATBALLS



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Make and share this Enchilada Meatballs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chris from Kansas

Categories     Meat

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups cornbread, crumbled
1 (10 ounce) can enchilada sauce, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 lbs ground beef
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1/2 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the corn bread, 1/2 cup enchilada sauce and salt.
  • Crumble beef over mixture; mix well.
  • Shape into 1-inch balls.
  • Place in a greased 15X10 inch baking pan.
  • Bake, uncovered at 350 for 18-22 minutes or until meat is no longer pink.
  • Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, heat tomato sauce and remaining enchilada sauce.
  • Drain meatballs; place in a serving dish.
  • Top with sauce and sprinkle with cheese.
  • Serve with toothpicks.

SLOW COOKER ENCHILADA MEATBALLS



Slow Cooker Enchilada Meatballs image

Old El Paso® enchilada sauce and taco seasoning mix provide a tasty addition to these slow cooked beef meatballs. Perfect if you love Mexican cuisine.

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/4 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend (5 oz)
3/4 cup crumbled cornbread
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon Old El Paso® taco seasoning mix (from 1.25-oz package)
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 egg, slightly beaten
1 1/2 lb ground beef round
1 can (10 oz) Old El Paso® mild enchilada sauce

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 475°F. Line 17x12-inch half-sheet pan with foil; spray foil with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, mix 3/4 cup of the cheese, the cornbread, cilantro, onion, taco seasoning mix, garlic and egg. Crumble beef into cheese mixture, mixing with hands just until blended (do not overmix). Shape mixture into 32 (1-inch) balls. Place in pan. Bake uncovered 15 minutes or until lightly browned.
  • Spray 4- to 5-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. With slotted spatula, remove meatballs from pan to slow cooker. Pour enchilada sauce over meatballs; stir to coat.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 1 hour 30 minutes. Transfer meatballs to serving dish; pour sauce over meatballs. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese. Serve meatballs with toothpicks or cocktail forks. Meatballs can be held on Low heat setting up to 1 hour; stir occasionally.

ENCHILADA MEATBALLS



Enchilada Meatballs image

"These are a tasty change from the usual since they use cornbread crumbs instead of crackers or regular bread. They're always a hit at parties! A friend shared this recipe with me ages ago and I've tweaked it to come up with this."

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups crumbled cornbread
1 (10 ounce) can enchilada sauce, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 pounds ground beef chuck
1 (10 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, combine the cornbread, half of the enchilada sauce, half of the cheese, and the salt. Crumble the beef into the mixture, and blend well using your hands. Shape meat into 1 inch balls, and place on a 10x15 inch jellyroll pan, or any cookie sheet with sides to catch the grease.
  • Bake for 18 to 22 minutes in the preheated oven, until the meat is cooked through.
  • While the meatballs are cooking, warm the tomato sauce and remaining enchilada sauce in a saucepan. Remove the meatballs from the pan using a slotted spoon, and place in a serving dish. Pour the heated sauce over them, and sprinkle the rest of the cheese on top. Provide toothpicks for serving.

ENCHILADA MEATBALLS RECIPE



Enchilada Meatballs Recipe image

These are a tasty change from the usual since they use cornbread crumbs instead of crackers or regular bread. They're always a hit at parties! A friend shared this recipe with me ages ago and I've tweaked it to come up with this.

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups crumbled cornbread
1 (10 ounce) can enchilada sauce, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 pounds ground beef chuck
1 (10 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). In a large bowl, combine the cornbread, half of the enchilada sauce, half of the cheese, and the salt. Crumble the beef into the mixture, and blend well using your hands. Shape meat into 1 inch balls, and place on a 10x15 inch jellyroll pan, or any cookie sheet with sides to catch the grease. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes in the preheated oven, until the meat is cooked through. While the meatballs are cooking, warm the tomato sauce and remaining enchilada sauce in a saucepan. Remove the meatballs from the pan using a slotted spoon, and place in a serving dish. Pour the heated sauce over them, and sprinkle the rest of the cheese on top. Provide toothpicks for serving.

LA VICTORIA ENCHILADA MEATBALLS



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Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound ground beef
1 pound ground pork
2 cups finely crumbled cornbread
2 cups LA VICTORIA® Red Enchilada Sauce, divided
1/2 cup ice water
1/4 cup freshly chopped cilantro or parsley
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 1/2 cups shredded Mexican cheese, divided
to taste Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoons LA VICTORIA® SALSA BRAVA® Hot Sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. In large bowl, combine beef, pork, cornbread, 1 cup LA VICTORIA® Red Enchilada Sauce, ice water, cilantro, cumin, 1 cup shredded cheese, salt and pepper; mix well.
  • Gently shape meat mixture into 1-inch balls.
  • Place meatballs on parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until meatballs are cooked through.
  • While meatballs are cooking, in a large saucepan warm remaining LA VICTORIA® Red Enchilada Sauce. Slowly add remaining cheese and whisk well to combine.
  • Add LA VICTORIA® SALSA BRAVA® Hot Sauce to taste.
  • Remove meatballs from pan using slotted spoon. Place in warm enchilada cheese sauce. Cook 2 minutes; stir to coat. Transfer meatballs to serving dish; serve with toothpicks.

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