Description
Bourbon BBQ Turkey Bacon Cheeseburger Meatball Subs Ready in 30 Minutes are a flavorful take on classic subs that will have everyone asking for seconds. Juicy turkey bacon and savory beef meatballs come together in a sweet and smoky BBQ sauce, all held together by warm, toasted sub rolls. Perfect for game day, family dinners, or casual get-togethers, these meatball subs are not only quick to prepare but also customizable with your favorite toppings. Whether you enjoy them with crispy fries or a side salad, they promise a satisfying meal that caters to all taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 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
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 sub rolls
- 8 slices turkey bacon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently.
- Form into meatballs (16-20).
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and brown the meatballs (5-7 minutes).
- Pour BBQ sauce over meatballs; simmer on low for 10 minutes.
- Toast sub rolls in the oven for about 5 minutes.
- Assemble subs with meatballs, extra sauce, cheese, and turkey bacon.
- Melt cheese by returning subs to the oven for an additional 2-3 minutes if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sub (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using fresh herbs or spices in the meatball mixture. Experiment with different types of cheese such as pepper jack for a spicy kick.