Bourbon BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Meatball Subs Ready in 30 Minutes
These Bourbon BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Meatball Subs are a delicious twist on a classic cheeseburger, packed with flavor and perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 30 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main-course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Main 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
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 cup bourbon BBQ sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 sub rolls
- 8 slices crispy bacon
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Form into meatballs.
- Cook Meatballs: Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook meatballs until browned on all sides.
- Add Sauce: Pour bourbon BBQ sauce over meatballs and simmer until cooked through.
- Assemble Subs: Place meatballs in sub rolls, top with cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and additional BBQ sauce if desired.
Notes
- Feel free to customize these subs with your favorite toppings like pickles, onions, or lettuce.
- You can also bake the meatballs in the oven for a healthier option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sub
- Calories: 600 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
Keywords: quick dinner, meatball subs, bacon cheeseburger