Bourbon BBQ Turkey Cheeseburger Meatball Subs Ready in 30 Minutes
If you’re in search of a delightful meal that’s quick and comforting, look no further than these Bourbon BBQ Turkey Cheeseburger Meatball Subs. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish combines juicy beef meatballs simmered in a sweet and smoky barbecue sauce, topped with melty cheese and crispy turkey bacon. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual get-togethers, these flavorful subs are sure to please everyone at your table. Plus, the versatility of this recipe allows you to adapt it according to your preferences—whether you want a kick of spice or extra veggies, the choice is yours!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- 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 bourbon BBQ sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 sub rolls
- 8 slices crispy turkey bacon
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients to streamline your cooking process.
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until combined. Form into meatballs about 1.5 inches in diameter.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides for about 5-7 minutes.
- Pour bourbon BBQ sauce over the browned meatballs and let simmer for 10 minutes.
- Toast sub rolls in the oven until golden brown (about 5 minutes).
- Assemble by placing meatballs inside each roll, topping with cheese and turkey bacon.
- Melt cheese by returning subs to the oven for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Serve immediately with extra BBQ sauce on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sub
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg