Cranberry Chipotle Meatballs Recipe

Please remember that the recipe only requires one chili pepper, not one can of chilies. This detail is crucial if you wish to preserve your taste buds and prevent any spicy mishaps.

Outstanding! I stuck to the recipe with the exception of not draining the pineapple tidbits and crafting my own meatballs. I added roughly 1 tbsp. of adobe pepper, resulting in a delectable blend of sweet and spicy flavors in the sauce. As it simmered in the saucepan, I couldn't resist sampling the addictive sauce. My husband was eager to dig in, and we thoroughly enjoyed it over rice. I plan on serving this at my upcoming dinner party this weekend. Thank you for an amazing recipe!

Delicious! I had some meatball mix to use up, so I opted for fresh meatballs instead. I only used half adobo and half Sweet Baby Ray's BBQ sauce as I'm not great with spicy food. It turned out so delicious. This dish has definitely earned a spot on my list of favorites!

I utilized the entire can of chipotle peppers, and the spiciness level was perfect. I also decided to double the recipe since we had more than 2 people to feed. The dish was gobbled up, and the extra sauce was enjoyed on some freshly baked bread! Wonderful recipe, definitely planning to make it again!

I used the entire can of chipotle peppers, and it provided just the right level of spiciness. I decided to double the recipe since we were hosting a larger group. The dishes were a hit, and we even used the leftover sauce to spread on freshly baked bread! Fantastic recipe, definitely making it again!

I have made this recipe multiple times. I use a whole can of adobo chilis and sauce because I love spicy food. It has become my favorite dish to bring to potlucks and is always a crowd pleaser.

I made these for Christmas and New Year's, and they were a big hit! Instead of pineapples, I used mandarin oranges due to my father's allergies. The chipotle chili in adobo sauce added a nice kick of spiciness. I only used half the can for a double batch. I noticed that if they sit overnight, they become even spicier.

I tried out a few suggestions and these were a hit with everyone! I kept the pineapple juice and used 1 chipotle pepper along with 2 tablespoons of adobo sauce. The recipe was a breeze to put together and I'll definitely be whipping up another batch soon. Next time, I might experiment with using just pineapple juice (since no one really ate the pineapple) and adding 2-3 more peppers for an extra kick.

I prepared this dish for a gathering and it was a hit with everyone! I purchased the meatballs from Sam's Club. If you're making this for a potluck, I recommend doubling the recipe. I mostly stuck to the instructions, except I didn't drain the juice from the canned pineapple. I opted for the variety in 100% juice rather than heavy syrup. When doubling the recipe, I only used 3 chilies and a bit of the sauce for a subtle hint of heat without it being too intense. I will definitely be making this again. Thank you for sharing such a fantastic recipe!

I absolutely love this sauce! It has a delightful and distinct flavor that surprised me. I thought it might have a more seasonal taste because of the cranberry sauce, but it's actually perfect for any time of year (not that cranberry sauce isn't fantastic year-round). I used some homemade frozen meatballs, added two chipotles and two teaspoons of adobo sauce. I forgot to drain the pineapple, and as a result, it turned out very, very spicy. Surprisingly, my boyfriend, who doesn't typically enjoy spicy food, now considers it his new favorite dish. I think I'll go with just one chili next time, even though I saw some reviews where people mistakenly added the entire can, so I thought two peppers would be okay. Lesson learned! Despite the spiciness, the overall flavor was wonderful. I served it over plain white rice to make it a main course rather than an appetizer. The pineapple juice definitely added a generous amount of sauce to the dish, which worked out perfectly. This recipe is a keeper for sure!

I prepared this recipe for a Christmas get-together. I was a bit unsure about the amount of chili peppers in adobo sauce to use. Ultimately, I finely minced 1-2 peppers and added plenty of the juice from the can for a double batch. The dish was a major success! It received rave reviews from everyone, including a usually picky crowd. Definitely worth giving it a shot!

This recipe is fantastic just the way it is. I didn't make any changes and will definitely be making it again.

I must point out that it seems many reviewers misinterpreted the recipe, thinking it calls for 1 can of chipotle chili peppers instead of 1 canned chipotle chili pepper. There is quite a significant difference between the two.

This was surprisingly amusing. I only noticed that the recipe actually required one chile instead of a whole can after going through the reviews. Unintentionally, I used the whole can, and to my delight, everyone enjoyed the dish. The dish turned out to be delightfully spicy, but as fans of spicy food, it was just perfect for us. Additionally, I discovered that whole cranberry sauce was an excellent alternative.

I followed the recipe but added a few extra chipotle peppers. The result was outstanding!

This was good, but I would suggest adding another chili next time. One chili was not spicy enough for me. It was a bit too sweet for my liking.

This recipe was fantastic, although I did find it slightly lacking in flavor. I recommend adding more of the chipotle sauce from the peppers to enhance the taste, as the recipe only calls for one pepper, not a whole can.

My family absolutely adored this recipe! I decided to enhance the sauce by adding some ketchup and extra brown sugar.

I adore the combination of spicy and sweet flavors in this dish - it was a big hit at the party! To address concerns about the spiciness level, just a reminder that the recipe calls for one chopped chipotle pepper, not the entire can. I followed the recipe using one pepper and added a bit more sauce, and it turned out perfectly.

Sure, here is a rephrased version of the review: "It was okay, but I believe I will opt for a sweet and sour sauce next time. I will not be making this recipe again."