Bourbon BBQ Turkey Cheeseburger Meatball Subs Ready in 30 Minutes
If you’re in search of a quick and delicious meal that the whole family will love, look no further than these Bourbon BBQ Turkey Cheeseburger Meatball Subs. Ready in just 30 minutes, this delightful dish features juicy meatballs made from ground beef, enveloped in a sweet and smoky barbecue sauce. Each meatball is nestled in a toasted sub roll and topped with melted cheddar cheese and crispy turkey bacon, creating a comforting sandwich that’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual weekend gatherings. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you’ll have a satisfying meal that brings everyone to the table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (2 subs each) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 4 sub rolls
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 slices turkey bacon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- Form the mixture into meatballs about 1.5 inches in diameter.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and brown the meatballs on all sides for about 5-7 minutes.
- Return meatballs to the skillet and pour BBQ sauce over them; simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Slice sub rolls lengthwise and toast them in the oven for about 5 minutes.
- Assemble subs by placing meatballs inside each toasted roll and topping with cheese and turkey bacon.
- Return subs to the oven for another 2-3 minutes until cheese melts.
- Serve immediately with extra BBQ sauce on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 subs (300g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 135mg