Are you craving a smoky, mouthwatering barbecue experience without the hassle of a traditional grill? Look no further than these incredible barbecue meatballs! These scrumptious meatballs are the perfect combination of tender and juicy meat, infused with a tantalizing blend of spices and smothered in a rich and flavorful barbecue sauce. Whether you're hosting a backyard BBQ, a game day party, or simply craving a delicious and easy-to-make meal, these barbecue meatballs are sure to satisfy your taste buds and leave you craving more.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
MEATBALLS IN BARBECUE SAUCE
This recipe came from my home ec teacher in high school. I enjoy making it because you can throw it in the oven and still have time to do other things.-Yvonne Nave, Lyons, Kansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers Dinner
Time 50m
Yield about 4 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls. , Place meatballs on a greased rack in a shallow baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 18-20 minutes or until meat is no longer pink; drain. , Meanwhile, combine the sauce ingredients in a saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Pour over meatballs. Bake 10-12 minutes longer.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 474 calories, Fat 18g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 119mg cholesterol, Sodium 973mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 28g protein.
BARBECUE MEATBALLS
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 1h35m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the barbecue sauce, vinegar, brown sugar, hot sauce and Worcestershire and bring to a boil. Add the All-Purpose Meatballs and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook until the meatballs are heated through, 8 to 10 minutes.
- Spoon over mashed potatoes and sprinkle with parsley. Serve with a green salad.
- To make the meatballs, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, cream, parsley, mustard, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes and eggs in a large mixing bowl. Mix together well with your hands. Scoop out 1-tablespoon portions and roll them into balls with your hands. Place the meatballs onto parchment-lined baking sheets and put the baking sheets in the freezer for 5 to 10 minutes for the meatballs to firm up.
- To brown the meatballs, heat the olive oil in a heavy pot or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pot. Cook, turning the meatballs to make sure they brown all over, 5 to 7 minutes per batch. Drain on paper towels.
- Freezer instructions: Put the cooked meatballs in a single layer on baking sheets and put into the freezer. When frozen, divide them into freezer bags, 25 per bag, and return them to the freezer. Yield: 125 meatballs.
BAKED BBQ MEATBALLS
A sweet, tangy sauce gives these meatballs a wicked delicious taste that guarantees an empty dish at potlucks and several requests for the recipe. This recipe is easily doubled.
Provided by Chris H
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Meat and Poultry Meatball Appetizer Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Mix ground beef, cracker crumbs, chopped onion, milk, eggs, and salt in a large bowl. Roll out 20 meatballs and arrange on a baking sheet with a rim. Whisk together the ketchup, water, brown sugar, and nutmeg in a bowl. Pour mixture over meatballs.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the meatballs are no longer pink in the center, about 45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 264.1 calories, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 66.1 mg, Fat 13 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 10.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 603.2 mg, Sugar 13.5 g
BARBECUE AND BEER MEATBALLS
This simple meatball recipe relies on time-saving ingredients like frozen meatballs and barbecue sauce. It's the perfect last-minute appetizer! -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 30m
Yield 20 servings
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Prepare meatballs according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine barbecue sauce and beer; heat through. Add meatballs; stir to coat. If desired, top with jalapenos to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 106 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 338mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.
BBQ GLAZED HOMEMADE MEATBALLS
Homemade meatballs made from beef, onion, oatmeal, evaporated milk, and egg, and glazed with a homemade barbecue sauce made with ketchup, brown sugar, garlic, and liquid smoke. Best meatballs I ever tasted. Everyone asks for this recipe.
Provided by TERESA64151
Categories Main Dish Recipes Meatball Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a medium baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix beef, egg, oats, evaporated milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, chili powder, and 1/2 cup onion. Form into 1 1/2 inch balls and arrange in a single layer in the baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, mix ketchup, garlic, sugar, 1/4 cup onion, and liquid smoke. Pour evenly over the meatballs.
- Bake uncovered 1 hour in the preheated oven, until the minimum internal temperature of a meatball reaches 160 degrees F (72 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 259.2 calories, Carbohydrate 30.3 g, Cholesterol 55.4 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 12.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 483.8 mg, Sugar 24.3 g
BARBECUE MEATBALLS
I came across this recipe while living abroad many years ago. These meatballs are as finger-licking good as barbecued ribs but easier to eat.-Dane Harvill, Mosca, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 1h10m
Yield 6-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. With wet hands, shape into 1-in. balls. In a large skillet, brown meatballs in small batches over medium heat, turning often. Remove with a slotted spoon and keep warm; drain. , In the same pan, combine sauce ingredients. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; add the meatballs. Simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes or until sauce is absorbed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 110 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 339mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 8g protein.
BBQ MEATBALLS
Super easy appetizer that takes next to no work at all. Tastes great!
Provided by MADDIES MOM
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Meat and Poultry Meatball Appetizer Recipes
Time 4h2m
Yield 7
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Place prepared meatballs, barbeque sauce, and ketchup in a slow cooker. Let cook on a low heat for 4 hours, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 322 calories, Carbohydrate 32.1 g, Cholesterol 49.5 mg, Fat 17 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 9.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 1381.2 mg, Sugar 21.1 g
BARBEQUED MINI-MEATBALLS
Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 55m
Yield 30 mini meatballs
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a large bowl, combine first 9 ingredients. Mix well with hands. Shape into the size of walnuts and place in a single layer in a 13 by 9-inch pan. Pour Neelys BBQ sauce over meatballs and bake for 45 minutes. Remove and serve with toothpicks as an appetizer.
- In a large saucepan, combine all the ingredients. Bring mixture to a boil, reduce heat to simmer. Cooked uncovered, stirring frequently, for 2 hours.
BARBECUED MEATBALLS
Enjoy these meatballs in a wonderfully tangy sauce! Use your favorite flavor of barbecue sauce. When the meatballs are done, you can place them in a slow cooker/server to keep them warm.
Provided by AZTHESPIAN
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Meat and Poultry Meatball Appetizer Recipes
Time 1h20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- In a large bowl, combine the beef, bread, onion, milk, salt and eggs. Shape into little meatballs, about 1 inch in size. Place the meatballs into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 25 to 30 minutes. Pour barbecue sauce over the meatballs and bake for 35 more minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 553.8 calories, Carbohydrate 38.7 g, Cholesterol 144.2 mg, Fat 32.9 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 23.7 g, SaturatedFat 13.1 g, Sodium 1390.4 mg, Sugar 18.7 g
BAR-B-Q MEATBALLS
my mother-in-law gave me this recipe and it is wonderful for meatball sandwiches with some Provolone. But also good on toothpicks with maybe a square of cheese or other nibblets. You will find many way to use these wonderful meatballs
Provided by Michelle Bakel
Categories Meat
Time 4h35m
Yield 3 lbs
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Mix first 7 ingredients.
- Roll into balls (one layer deep) and brown well.
- Mix last 5 ingredients as a sauce and pour over balls that have been placed into a crockpot or pan for the oven.
- If in the oven bake at 350* for 1 hour and check.
- When done through your ready to eat.
- If in crock pot give it 4 hours on high.
BAR-B-QUE MEATBALLS
A friend of ours made these for us and my husband went wild. I have since made these for family gatherings and everyone always requests the recipe. My grandmother even requested the recipe to make for her church group, which was a big compliment for me. I like to serve them with garlic mashed potatoes and a salad.
Provided by kris in ks
Categories Meat
Time 1h10m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Mix together meatball ingredients.
- Shape into tennis ball sized balls.
- Put into large greased casserole dish.
- Mix together sauce ingredients and pour over meatballs.
- Bake uncovered at 350° for 1 hour.
HOMEMADE BBQ MEATBALLS
Get out your biggest pot! This recipes makes tons of yummy bbq meatballs - perfect for a big gathering. I always get lots of requests for this one.
Provided by Liane Carmen
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Turkey Ground Turkey Recipes
Time 1h45m
Yield 30
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine eggs, 1/2 cup vodka and Worcestershire sauce. Season with 2 tablespoons onion flakes, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Mix in ground beef, ground turkey and bread crumbs. Shape into meatballs, and set aside.
- In a very large pot over medium heat, Combine crushed tomatoes, tomato puree, barbeque sauce, pineapple, brown sugar, ketchup, and 1/2 cup vodka. Season to taste with onion flakes, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and let simmer.
- Heat a large heavy skillet over medium heat. Cook meatballs until evenly brown on all sides. Carefully place into sauce, and simmer for at least an hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 369.5 calories, Carbohydrate 34.9 g, Cholesterol 87.3 mg, Fat 16.3 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 17.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 884.5 mg, Sugar 17.7 g
JOE'S B.B.Q BARBECUE MEATBALLS
Originally, I had created this as a meatloaf and then thought it would make a great game-day snack. It now goes with me to every party I'm invited to. -Joe Hendrick, Gabbs, Nevada
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 40m
Yield about 3-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Add sausage and beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1-1/4-in. balls. Place on a greased rack in a shallow baking pan. Bake 10-12 minutes or until cooked through., Meanwhile, for sauce, in a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender. Stir in tomato sauce, brown sugar, barbecue sauce, Italian seasoning and mustard; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 6-8 minutes or until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally., Add meatballs and stir gently to coat. If desired, sprinkle with cheese and let stand, covered, 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts :
BARBECUED MEATBALLS
Grape jelly and chili sauce are the secrets that make these meatballs so fantastic. If I'm serving them at a party, I prepare the meatballs and sauce in advance and reheat them right before guests arrive. -Irma Schnuelle, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 35m
Yield about 3 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first 8 ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1-in. balls. In a large skillet, brown meatballs in oil on all sides. , Remove meatballs and drain. In the same skillet, combine chili sauce and jelly; cook and stir over medium heat until jelly has melted. Return meatballs to pan; heat through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 71 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 215mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.
BARBECUE MEATBALLS
Make and share this Barbecue Meatballs recipe from Food.com.
Provided by carolinafan
Categories Meat
Time 40m
Yield 48 meatballs
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350*.
- In very large bowl combine ground beef, oatmeal, milk, 1/4 cup onion, salt, chili powder, 1/4 teaspoons garlic powder, and pepper.
- Shape into 1-inch meatballs.
- Place on 15x10x1-inch baking pan.
- Bake for 15 minutes or until no longer pink.
- Drain well.
- Meanwhile in medium bowl combine ketchup, brown sugar, 1/4 cup onion, liquid smoke, and 1/4 teaspoons garlic powder.
- Pour over meatballs.
- Bake for 10 minutes more or until sauce is heated through.
- Stir gently to combine sauce and meatballs.
- Serve.
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients. Fresh, high-quality ingredients will make a big difference in the flavor of your meatballs.
- Don't overmix the meatball mixture. Overmixing can make the meatballs tough.
- Wet your hands before handling the meatball mixture. This will help prevent the mixture from sticking to your hands.
- Make sure the meatballs are cooked all the way through. You can check this by inserting a meat thermometer into the center of a meatball. The internal temperature should be at least 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Serve the meatballs with your favorite BBQ sauce. You can also add other toppings, such as cheese, sour cream, or onions.
Conclusion:
BBQ meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. With a few simple tips, you can make sure your BBQ meatballs are juicy, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. So next time you're looking for a crowd-pleasing dish, give BBQ meatballs a try.
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