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BBQ Meatballs

Chef Chubbs

Tender baked meatballs coated in a sweet, smoky, glossy barbecue sauce.

Prep time
15 minutes
Cook time
25 minutes
Total time
40 minutes
Servings
24 meatballs
Chef Chubbs presenting BBQ Meatballs

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce
  • 2 Tbsp honey
  • 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Mix gently until just combined, then roll the mixture into approximately 24 meatballs.
  4. Arrange the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until the meatballs reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
  6. In a large skillet over medium-low heat, combine the BBQ sauce, honey, and Worcestershire sauce.
  7. Stir until smooth and heated through.
  8. Add the baked meatballs and toss until evenly coated.
  9. Simmer for 2–3 minutes, or until the sauce is glossy and slightly thickened.
  10. Serve warm with toothpicks.