Ingredients
– 1 pound ground beef (or turkey)
– 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1 large egg
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
– 1 cup BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
– Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating delicious BBQ meatballs is simple when you follow these easy steps:
1. Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika.
3. Form Meatballs: Use your hands to mix the ingredients until just combined, then shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs.
4. Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
5. Place Meatballs: Arrange the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced about an inch apart.
6. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 20-25 minutes or until the meatballs are cooked through and browned on the outside.
7. Add BBQ Sauce: Remove the meatballs from the oven and brush or drizzle them generously with BBQ sauce.
8. Return to Oven: Place the sauced meatballs back in the oven for an additional 5-10 minutes.
9. Garnish and Serve: Once done, remove the meatballs from the oven, sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired, and serve hot.
These steps will guide you toward creating irresistibly tasty BBQ meatballs that are sure to leave an impression.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4-6
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 25g