Brad'S Taco Meatballs Recipe

Name: Brad'S Taco Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs lean hamburger; 16 ounces Hormel chili without beans; 1 1/4 ounces taco seasoning (I used a Taco Bell taco seasoning packet); 15 Ritz crackers (hand crushed); 1 egg; 1 medium onion (chopped); 1 green pepper (chopped); 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon pepper; 8 ounces cheese (I use shredded colby and monterey jack mix)

Servings: persons

1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
2
Combine the hamburger and crushed crackers in a large bowl. Next, add the chili and egg. I find that mixing with a fork is best. Now add the chopped onion and green pepper, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
3
Form into 1.5 to 2 inch balls and place them into two 9 x 13 baking dishes sprayed well with a non-stick coating. There will 12 in one dish and approximately 5 in the other.
4
Place in the preheated oven. Cook for 55 minutes.
5
Carefully remove from the oven and top each of the meatballs with the shredded cheese mixture.
6
Return to the oven for 5 minutes to melt the cheese.
7
Remove from the oven and cool for 5 minutes.
8
We enjoyed these best when served with tortilla chips, salsa, and jalepenos (if you dare).

701

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lbs lean hamburger, 16 ounces Hormel chili without beans, 1 1/4 ounces taco seasoning (I used a Taco Bell taco seasoning packet), 15 Ritz crackers (hand crushed), and more.

Yes, Brad'S Taco Meatballs falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Brad'S Taco Meatballs

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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