Slow-Cooker Enchilada Meatballs

Slow-Cooker Enchilada Meatballs
135 min.
32
78kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your appetizer game? Look no further than these Slow-Cooker Enchilada Meatballs! Perfect for gatherings, parties, or even a cozy night in, these flavorful meatballs are sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. With a delightful blend of ground beef, zesty enchilada sauce, and a hint of fresh cilantro, each bite is a burst of savory goodness.

What makes this recipe truly special is its simplicity and convenience. With just a few ingredients and a slow cooker, you can create a dish that feels gourmet without spending hours in the kitchen. The meatballs are baked to perfection, giving them a lovely golden-brown exterior, before being simmered in a rich enchilada sauce that infuses them with incredible flavor. Plus, they’re topped with a generous sprinkle of melted Mexican cheese, making them even more irresistible!

Whether you’re serving them as a starter, a snack, or part of a larger antipasti spread, these meatballs are versatile and crowd-pleasing. They can be easily held with toothpicks, making them the ideal finger food for any occasion. So gather your friends and family, and get ready to enjoy a deliciously fun and flavorful dish that will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup cornbread crumbled
  •  eggs slightly beaten
  • 10 oz enchilada sauce old el paso® canned
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • cloves garlic finely chopped
  • 1.5 lb ground round 
  • 0.3 cup onion finely chopped
  • oz cheddar cheese shredded
  • tablespoon taco seasoning old el paso® (from 1.25-oz package)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • toothpicks
  • aluminum foil
  • spatula
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 475°F. Line 17x12-inch half-sheet pan with foil; spray foil with cooking spray.
  2. 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.
  3. Place in pan.
  4. Bake uncovered 15 minutes or until lightly browned.
  5. Spray 4- to 5-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. With slotted spatula, remove meatballs from pan to slow cooker.
  6. Pour enchilada sauce over meatballs; stir to coat.
  7. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 1 hour 30 minutes.
  8. Transfer meatballs to serving dish; pour sauce over meatballs.
  9. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese.
  10. Serve meatballs with toothpicks or cocktail forks. Meatballs can be held on Low heat setting up to 1 hour; stir occasionally.

Nutrition Facts

Calories78kcal
Protein31.29%
Fat47.49%
Carbs21.22%

Properties

Glycemic Index
2.78
Glycemic Load
0.04
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
3.1617391148339%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.06mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.32mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:78.04kcal
3.9%
Fat:4.05g
6.24%
Saturated Fat:1.87g
11.67%
Carbohydrates:4.07g
1.36%
Net Carbohydrates:3.75g
1.36%
Sugar:1.61g
1.79%
Cholesterol:26.3mg
8.77%
Sodium:159.34mg
6.93%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.01g
12.02%
Vitamin B12:0.55µg
9.16%
Phosphorus:83.64mg
8.36%
Zinc:1.21mg
8.08%
Selenium:5.13µg
7.33%
Vitamin B3:1.2mg
6%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.61%
Calcium:40.71mg
4.07%
Iron:0.7mg
3.86%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.76%
Potassium:84.52mg
2.41%
Vitamin A:120.72IU
2.41%
Vitamin B5:0.19mg
1.94%
Magnesium:6.67mg
1.67%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.47%
Folate:5.87µg
1.47%
Fiber:0.32g
1.29%
Copper:0.02mg
1.14%
Manganese:0.02mg
1.05%