BBQ Meatball Subs
Looking for a quick and satisfying dinner that brings the whole family together? Our BBQ Meatball Subs are a delightful twist on classic flavors, ready in just 30 minutes! Juicy beef meatballs simmered in rich barbecue sauce are nestled in toasty sub rolls and topped with melted cheese—perfect for a weeknight meal or casual get-together. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, these hearty handhelds are sure to please everyone at the table. Plus, they’re customizable and can be made ahead of time for even more convenience. Let’s dive into this deliciously comforting dish!
- 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 barbecue sauce (non-alcoholic)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 sub rolls
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Shape into meatballs (about 1.5 inches in diameter). Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and brown the meatballs for about 5 minutes.
- Pour barbecue sauce over browned meatballs and simmer on low heat for another 10 minutes.
- While simmering, slice sub rolls and toast them in the oven until golden brown.
- Assemble each sub with meatballs, drizzle with extra sauce, top with cheese, and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sub (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg