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Fajita Meatballs

Delicious meatballs featuring all the yummy flavors of fajitas!
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Servings: 12

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground turkey or chicken you can also use beef
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped bell peppers mix of colors
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped onion 1/2 small onion
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs whole wheat or regular
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheese like cheddar or Monterey Jack
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, chopped bell peppers, chopped onion, breadcrumbs, cheese, egg, garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined; be careful not to over mix.
  • Using your hands, form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
  • Let the meatballs cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!