BBQ Beef Cheeseburger Meatball Subs Ready in 30 Minutes
Indulge in the delightful flavors of BBQ Beef Cheeseburger Meatball Subs Ready in 30 Minutes! This quick and easy recipe transforms classic burger components into satisfying meatballs served in toasted sub rolls, all drenched in a sweet and smoky BBQ sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, these hearty subs bring comfort food to a whole new level. With juicy meatballs topped with melted cheese, each bite is guaranteed to please even the pickiest eaters. Plus, you can prepare everything in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for any occasion. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this fun twist on a beloved favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 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 BBQ sauce (alcohol-free)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 sub rolls
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Form mixture into 16-20 meatballs (1.5 inches in diameter).
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; brown meatballs for about 5-7 minutes.
- Pour BBQ sauce over browned meatballs; simmer on low for 10 minutes.
- Toast sub rolls in the oven for about 5 minutes until golden brown.
- Assemble subs: place 4-5 meatballs in each roll, drizzle with additional sauce, top with cheddar cheese.
- Return assembled subs to the oven for 2-3 minutes until cheese melts.
- Serve immediately with extra BBQ sauce on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sub (215g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 960mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg