Express
Sheet Pan Taco-Spiced Pork Meatballs
with rice and tortilla strips
Prep & Cook Time: 20-30 min.
Spice Level: Mild
Cook Within: 4 days
Contains: Milk, Wheat
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Over 30g protein
Chef
Tom Scodari
If you’re in search of a meal with minimal clean-up, our Express Sheet Pan meals are perfect for you. These flavorful dishes are quick-cooking and just require one sheet pan. Yes, that’s right, just one. Dinner can be served for you and a loved one in no time, leaving the kitchen close to spot-less. One sheet, little time, lots of flavor.
In Your Box (serves 2)
- 10 oz. Ground Pork
- 8 oz. Cooked White Rice
- 1 Red Bell Pepper
- 4 oz. Fire Roasted Salsa
- 3 oz. Corn Kernels
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2 oz. Light 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
- 1 Tbsp. Taco Seasoning
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)
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Calories720
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Carbohydrates57g
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Net Carbs51g
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Fat38g
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Protein37g
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Sodium1470mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- Cooking Spray
- 1 Baking Sheet
- 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
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1 Prepare the Ingredients
Remove stem, seeds, and ribs, and cut bell pepper into 1/4" slices.
In a mixing bowl, combine ground pork, panko, cheese, and half the taco seasoning (reserve remaining for vegetables). Form into 8 equally-sized meatballs. -
2 Add the Meatballs and Vegetables
Place meatballs on one side of prepared baking sheet.
On empty side of sheet, combine bell peppers, corn, 2 tsp. olive oil, and remaining taco seasoning. Massage oil and seasoning into vegetables. Spread into an even layer on their side. -
3 Roast the Meatballs and Vegetables
Roast in hot oven until vegetables are tender and meatballs reach a minimum internal temperature of 160 degrees, 15-18 minutes.
While meatballs and vegetables roast, continue recipe. -
4 Heat Rice and Finish Dish
Carefully massage rice in bag to break up any clumps. Remove rice from packaging. Place rice in a microwave-safe bowl.
Microwave uncovered until heated through, 2-3 minutes.Carefully remove from microwave. Rest, 2 minutes.Add 1/4 tsp. salt and fluff rice with a fork.To serve, top rice with vegetables and meatballs. Garnish with salsa (to taste), sour cream, and tortilla strips. Bon appétit!
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