Chipotle-Barbecue Meatballs

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
5%
Chipotle-Barbecue Meatballs
60 min.
10
525kcal

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If you’re looking for a tantalizing twist on traditional meatballs, our Chipotle-Barbecue Meatballs are sure to ignite your taste buds! Perfectly balancing rich, smoky flavors with a hint of sweetness, these meatballs make for a deliciously satisfying dish that works wonderfully for lunch or dinner gatherings. Whether it's a casual family meal or a festive party, these meatballs are bound to impress.

Made with gluten-free and dairy-free ingredients, they cater to a variety of dietary needs, allowing everyone to enjoy this flavorful dish. The blend of chipotle peppers and adobo sauce infuses the meatballs with a kick, while the cherry preserves and barbecue sauce create a luscious, sticky glaze that’s impossible to resist. Plus, they’re super easy to prepare, so you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying your company.

This recipe serves 10, making it ideal for serving a crowd. And should you wish to shake things up a bit, you can even swap the meatballs for cocktail-size smoked sausages, creating a perfect appetizer for any gathering. In just 60 minutes, you’ll have a hearty and flavorful dish that promises satisfaction for all palates. Dive into a bowl of these Chipotle-Barbecue Meatballs and experience a burst of flavors that make every bite unforgettable!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon chiles in adobo sauce 
  • 28 oz barbecue sauce 
  • 18 oz smucker's cherry preserves 
  •  chipotles in adobo canned undrained
  • 32 oz meatballs frozen

Equipment

  • whisk
  • dutch oven
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Whisk together first 4 ingredients and 1 1/2 cups water in a Dutch oven. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  2. Add meatballs; return to a boil. Reduce heat to medium, and simmer, stirring occasionally, 40 to 45 minutes. (Sauce will thicken.) Keep warm in a slow cooker on WARM or LOW, if desired.
  3. Note: For testing purposes only, we used Rosina Italian Style Meatballs.
  4. Chipotle-Barbecue Sausage Bites: Substitute 2 (16-oz.) packages cocktail-size smoked sausages for meatballs. Proceed with recipe as directed, decreasing water to 1/2 cup and simmering mixture 15 minutes. Makes 12 to 14 appetizer servings. Prep: 10 min., Cook: 20 min.

Nutrition Facts

Calories525kcal
Protein12.44%
Fat34.82%
Carbs52.74%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5.5
Glycemic Load
19.03
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
11.723913089089%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:524.86kcal
26.24%
Fat:20.14g
30.98%
Saturated Fat:7.23g
45.2%
Carbohydrates:68.63g
22.88%
Net Carbohydrates:66.88g
24.32%
Sugar:51.44g
57.16%
Cholesterol:65.32mg
21.77%
Sodium:1193.51mg
51.89%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:16.19g
32.38%
Vitamin B1:0.69mg
46.08%
Selenium:24.42µg
34.89%
Vitamin B3:4.44mg
22.18%
Vitamin B6:0.42mg
20.86%
Phosphorus:185.01mg
18.5%
Vitamin B2:0.3mg
17.47%
Zinc:2.17mg
14.44%
Potassium:487.18mg
13.92%
Vitamin B12:0.63µg
10.58%
Iron:1.72mg
9.57%
Magnesium:30.01mg
7.5%
Copper:0.15mg
7.48%
Vitamin B5:0.75mg
7.46%
Fiber:1.75g
7%
Vitamin C:5.71mg
6.92%
Manganese:0.13mg
6.48%
Calcium:51.32mg
5.13%
Vitamin E:0.74mg
4.96%
Vitamin A:188.33IU
3.77%
Folate:11.9µg
2.97%
Vitamin K:1.57µg
1.49%
Source:My Recipes