BBQ Turkey Bacon Cheeseburger Meatball Subs Ready in 30 Minutes
Savor the irresistible flavors of BBQ Turkey Bacon Cheeseburger Meatball Subs, ready in just 30 minutes! This delightful twist on classic comfort food features juicy meatballs simmered in a sweet and smoky barbecue sauce, nestled in toasted sub rolls, and topped with melty cheddar cheese and crispy turkey bacon. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual family gatherings, these hearty handheld meals are sure to impress everyone at the table. With their easy preparation and customizable ingredients, you can whip up a satisfying dinner that your family will request time and again.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (non-alcoholic)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 sub rolls
- 8 slices crispy Turkey Bacon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- Form the mixture into 16-20 meatballs.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and brown the meatballs on all sides.
- Add BBQ sauce to the skillet and let simmer for 10 minutes.
- Toast sub rolls in the oven for about 5 minutes until golden.
- Assemble by placing meatballs in rolls and topping with cheddar cheese and turkey bacon.
- Return to the oven for an additional 2-3 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Serve immediately with extra sauce on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sub (about 200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 90mg