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Spicy Firecracker Meatballs: Ignite Your Dinner Tonight!

Spicy Firecracker Meatballs are a delicious and fiery dish that will ignite your dinner with flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust to taste
  • 1 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce optional for extra heat

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, garlic, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix until well combined.
  3. Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are cooked through and browned on the outside.
  5. While the meatballs are baking, in a small saucepan, combine the sweet chili sauce and sriracha sauce (if using). Heat over medium heat until warmed through.
  6. Once the meatballs are done, remove them from the oven and toss them in the sauce until well coated.
  7. Serve the meatballs warm, garnished with extra parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 22gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8g

Notes

  • For a healthier option, substitute ground turkey or chicken for the beef.
  • Add chopped bell peppers or onions to the meat mixture for extra flavor and texture.

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