Savory Sweet Chili Beef Bites

Darlene’s Chili Meatballs Recipe

🕒 Prep Time: 20 minutes
🍳 Cook Time: 30 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 50 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 20 small meatballs

Description:

Darlene’s Chili Meatballs are a delightful surprise for your taste buds. These savory meatballs are perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a cozy family gathering or a festive celebration. The combination of ground beef, onions, and a tangy chili sauce creates a mouthwatering appetizer that will leave everyone wanting more.

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Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 egg
• 1/2 onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup chili sauce
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• Optional: cheese and meat trays for serving

Instructions:

1. Preparation:

   • Gather all the ingredients.
   • Preheat your skillet or frying pan over medium heat.

2. Mix Ingredients:

   • In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, egg, chopped onion, and ketchup. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.

3. Shape Meatballs:

   • Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, forming approximately 16 to 20 meatballs.

4. Brown Meatballs:

   • Place the meatballs in the preheated skillet and cook until browned on all sides, ensuring they are cooked through. This should take about 8-10 minutes.

5. Prepare Sauce:

   • In a separate bowl, mix together the chili sauce and grape jelly until well combined. This sweet and tangy sauce will add a burst of flavor to the meatballs.

6. Simmer Meatballs:

   • Once the meatballs are browned, pour the chili sauce and jelly mixture over them in the skillet.
   • Reduce the heat to low and let the meatballs simmer in the sauce for about 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the sauce to thicken slightly.

7. Serve:

   • Transfer the meatballs to a serving dish and spoon any remaining sauce over the top.
   • Optionally, serve with cheese and meat trays for a delightful appetizer spread.
   • Enjoy your Darlene’s Chili Meatballs!

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 144.2
• Fat: 3.8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.4g
• Cholesterol: 26mg
• Sodium: 197.7mg
• Carbohydrates: 22.4g
  • Fiber: 1.1g
  • Sugar: 14.6g
• Protein: 5.2g

Recipe Notes:

• These meatballs can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving, making them perfect for parties and gatherings.
• Feel free to adjust the sweetness or spiciness of the sauce to your liking by varying the amount of grape jelly and chili sauce used.
• For a healthier option, you can use lean ground beef or turkey in place of traditional ground beef.