Description
Indulge in the mouthwatering flavors of Bourbon BBQ Turkey Bacon Cheeseburger Meatball Subs, ready in just 30 minutes. This delightful twist on classic burgers features juicy meatballs coated in a rich bourbon BBQ sauce, melty cheddar cheese, and crispy turkey bacon. Perfect for game days, casual dinners, or family meals, these hearty subs are sure to impress with every bite. Enjoy them fresh and warm, and elevate your dining experience with fun sides like crunchy salads or sweet potato fries.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup bourbon BBQ sauce
- 4 sub rolls
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 slices crispy turkey bacon
Instructions
- Preheat 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; brown meatballs on all sides (5-7 minutes).
- Add bourbon BBQ sauce to the skillet; simmer for 10 minutes until heated through.
- Toast sub rolls on a baking sheet in the oven for about 5 minutes.
- Assemble subs by stuffing each roll with meatballs, topping with cheddar cheese and turkey bacon.
- Optional: Return subs to the oven for an additional 2-3 minutes to melt cheese.
- Serve immediately with extra bourbon BBQ sauce on the side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking and Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sub (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg