Bourbon BBQ Turkey Bacon Cheeseburger Meatball Subs Ready in 30 Minutes
Savor the flavors of Bourbon BBQ Turkey Cheeseburger Meatball Subs, a delightful twist on classic comfort food. In just 30 minutes, you can create these scrumptious subs featuring juicy beef meatballs simmered in a sweet and smoky barbecue sauce. Nestled in warm, toasted rolls and topped with melty cheddar cheese and crispy turkey bacon, these hearty sandwiches are perfect for game day, casual gatherings, or a quick family dinner. Enjoy an explosion of flavors that will make every bite unforgettable!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking and 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
- 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 large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until just mixed.
- Form the mixture into meatballs about 1.5 inches in diameter.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and brown meatballs on all sides for about 5-7 minutes.
- Pour in BBQ sauce and simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
- Slice sub rolls lengthwise and toast them in the oven for about 5 minutes.
- Assemble each sub by placing meatballs inside, spooning extra sauce over them, topping with cheddar cheese and breaking up turkey bacon on top.
- For extra melted cheese, return to the oven for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Serve immediately with extra BBQ sauce on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sub (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg