Description
Experience the delightful fusion of flavors in these Bourbon BBQ Turkey Bacon Cheeseburger Meatball Subs, ready in just 30 minutes. This quick and satisfying handheld meal combines juicy turkey bacon cheeseburger meatballs with a sweet and smoky bourbon BBQ sauce, making it perfect for game nights, casual dinners, or weekend gatherings. With crispy turkey bacon and melted cheddar cheese, these subs offer a flavor explosion that everyone will love. Plus, the easy preparation and minimal cleanup make them a go-to choice for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. Serve them up at your next gathering, and watch them disappear!
Ingredients
- 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 bourbon BBQ sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 sub rolls
- 8 slices turkey bacon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently.
- Form the mixture into meatballs about 1.5 inches in diameter.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and brown the meatballs for about 5-7 minutes.
- Add bourbon BBQ sauce to the skillet and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Slice sub rolls lengthwise and toast in the oven for about 5 minutes.
- Assemble subs by placing meatballs in rolls with extra sauce on top; add cheddar cheese and crispy turkey bacon.
- Return assembled subs to the oven for an additional 2-3 minutes until cheese melts.
- Serve immediately with extra barbecue sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sub (220g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider swapping out the ground beef for ground turkey or experimenting with different cheeses like pepper jack or gouda. Make sure not to overcrowd the skillet when browning the meatballs to ensure even cooking.