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Spicy & Smoky Chipotle Meatballs: A Flavor-Packed Recipe for Meal Prep

Spicy & Smoky Chipotle Meatballs
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These meatballs bring back memories of weekends spent cooking with my dad, both of us experimenting with bold spices and smoky sauces. The chipotle gave our meals a kick that made them unforgettable. Now, these meatballs are a regular in my meal prep lineup—spicy, satisfying, and so easy to enjoy all week. Whether you tuck them into tacos, pair them with rice, or serve them over greens, they bring warmth and flavor to every bite.

Ingredients

Scale

  • 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey

  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (whole wheat or panko)

  • 1 egg

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped

  • 2 chipotle peppers in adobo, finely chopped

  • 1 tbsp adobo sauce

  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

  • 1/2 tsp cumin

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)

Sauce (optional)

  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce

  • 1 tbsp adobo sauce

  • 1/2 tsp honey or maple syrup

Instructions

  • In a bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, onion, chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.

  • Form into 1.5-inch meatballs.

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook meatballs for 8–10 minutes, turning to brown all sides.

  • For extra flavor, mix sauce ingredients and simmer meatballs in sauce for another 5 minutes.

Notes

  • Freeze cooked meatballs for up to 2 months.

  • Serve with rice, roasted veggies, or in a wrap.

  • Use gloves when handling chipotle peppers to avoid skin irritation.

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