Description
Indulge in the mouthwatering flavors of Bourbon BBQ Turkey Turkey Bacon Cheeseburger Meatball Subs, ready in just 30 minutes! These delectable subs feature juicy meatballs simmered in a rich, sweet, and smoky bourbon BBQ sauce, creating an irresistible comfort food experience. Each sub is loaded with melty cheddar cheese and crispy turkey bacon, nestled in perfectly toasted sub rolls. Whether you’re hosting game day gatherings or enjoying a cozy family dinner, these flavorful meatball subs are sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 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 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 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 meatballs on all sides (5-7 minutes).
- Pour bourbon BBQ sauce over browned meatballs and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Slice sub rolls and toast them in the oven for about 5 minutes until golden brown.
- Assemble subs by placing meatballs inside toasted rolls, topping with extra sauce, cheese, and turkey bacon.
- Optional: Return assembled subs to the oven for an additional 2-3 minutes to melt the cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sub (200g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Use lean ground beef for juicy meatballs without excess grease. Customize seasonings based on personal taste preferences. Prepare meatballs ahead of time and freeze for quick weeknight meals.