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Fiesta Meatballs

5 Ingredient Slow Cooker Recipe

By Kelly Rostorfer, NE Columbus Publisher January 11, 2023

Taco night is always a hit, but sometimes tacos can become a little boring. This is a great twist for Taco Tuesday and pairs really well with rice and beans. Your family will be asking for seconds with this delicious meal. This meal is so simple!


Ingredients

  • 2 cups crumbled corn bread
  • 10oz can of your favorite enchilada sauce divided 
  • 1.5lbs ground beef or turkey
  • 8oz can of tomato sauce
  • ½ shredded Mexican cheese

Directions

  1. In a small bowl combine cornbread, ½ cup of enchilada sauce and ground beef/turkey
  2. Form into 1” meatballs
  3. Brown meatballs in a non- stick skillet until brown
  4. Transfer meatballs to your crockpot
  5. Add the remainder of the enchilada sauce, tomato sauce and stir together with meatballs
  6. Cook on low for 4 hours or high for 7 hours
  7. Serve over Cilantro Rice or with tortillas

Sprinkle with Mexican cheese before serving