BBQ MEATBALLS
BBQ Meatballs are juicy, tender, and coated in a sweet and tangy barbecue sauce. Perfect as a party appetizer, game day snack, or easy dinner for the whole family.
Ingredients
For the BBQ Meatballs:
- 1 pound ground beef
- ½ cup bread crumbs
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
Instructions
Preheat Oven:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Prepare Meatballs:
- In a bowl, combine ground beef, bread crumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
Shape Meatballs:
- Form mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake & Sauce:
- Bake for 15 minutes until cooked through. Remove from oven and toss meatballs in barbecue sauce.
Notes
- Make Ahead: Form meatballs and refrigerate up to 1 day before baking.
- Freezer Friendly: Freeze uncooked meatballs for up to 2 months.
- Extra Flavor: Add chopped onion or Worcestershire sauce to the mixture.
- Serving: Serve with toothpicks as party appetizers or over rice for a meal.
- Slow Cooker Option: Cook meatballs in sauce on low for 2 hours.