Oven-Ready
Chipotle Beef Meatballs Albóndigas
with nacho taco broccoli
Prep & Cook Time: 20-30 min.
Spice Level: Medium
Cook Within: 5 days
Contains: Milk, Wheat
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Under %{max_calories} caloriesUnder 35g carbs
Chef
Rachel Post
Still want the great flavors and delicious dinners you've come to expect from Home Chef, but a fraction of the time and barely any work? These oven-ready offerings were made with you in mind. Just follow the assembly instructions, pop it in the oven, and voila! It's like you worked over a hot stove for hours (we'll keep your secret.)
In Your Box (serves 2)
- 12 oz. Broccoli Florets
- 10 oz. Ground Beef
- 3 fl. oz. Enchilada Sauce
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2 oz. Sour Cream
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1 oz. Shredded Nacho/Taco Cheese Blend
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¼ cup Panko Breadcrumbs
- ½ oz. Tortilla Strips
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1 Tbsp. Chipotle Pesto
- 1 tsp. Chipotle Seasoning
- ½ tsp. Garlic Salt
Due to our just-in-time sourcing model, we may have to send you a substitute ingredient. Not to worry! We make sure every ingredient sent to you meets our high quality standards. We’ll keep you informed should a switch occur, so please check the ingredient labels in your meal bag.
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Nutrition (per serving) N3Dvxvqj
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Calories640
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Carbohydrates30g
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Net Carbs23g
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Fat43g
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Protein38g
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Sodium1520mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- 1 Mixing Bowl
- 1 Microwave-Safe Bowl
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
Customize It Instructions
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If using ground pork, follow same instructions as ground beef in Steps 2 and 3, baking uncovered in hot oven until meatballs reach minimum internal temperature, 20-25 minutes.
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If using ground turkey, follow same instructions as ground beef in Steps 2 and 3, baking uncovered in hot oven until meatballs reach minimum internal temperature, 22-25 minutes.
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1 Start the Broccoli
Turn oven on to 425 degrees. Let preheat, at least 10 minutes. Thoroughly rinse any fresh produce and pat dry.
In provided tray, combine broccoli, 2 tsp. olive oil, and garlic salt. Spread into an even layer and cover with foil.Bake covered in hot oven, 10 minutes.While broccoli bakes, continue recipe. -
2 Add the Meatballs
In a mixing bowl, combine chipotle seasoning, chipotle pesto (use less of both if spice-averse), ground beef, panko, and 1/4 tsp. salt. Form mixture into 6 evenly-sized meatballs.
Carefully remove tray from oven.Remove foil and push broccoli to one side of tray.Place meatballs in now-empty side of tray. Top broccoli with cheese. Tray will be hot! Use a utensil. -
3 Bake the Meal
Bake again uncovered in hot oven until broccoli is fork-tender and meatballs reach a minimum internal temperature of 160 degrees, 20-25 minutes.
Place enchilada sauce in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave until heated through, 30-60 seconds.Carefully remove tray from oven and bowl from microwave.To serve, top meatballs with enchilada sauce, sour cream, and tortilla strips. Bon appétit!
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