BBQ Meatball Sliders Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

These BBQ meatball sliders are a delicious and satisfying snack perfect for gatherings or game day. Made with juicy meatballs coated in tangy BBQ sauce and served on soft slider buns, they are sure to be a hit.

This recipe is simple to follow and can be prepared in advance, making it an ideal choice for any occasion. You can customize the sliders with your favorite toppings for an extra burst of flavor.

Easy BBQ Meatball Sliders Recipe

This BBQ meatball sliders recipe features tender meatballs simmered in a flavorful BBQ sauce, served on mini buns for easy handling. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and serves 8 sliders.

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef or turkey
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 large egg
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup BBQ sauce
8 slider buns
Sliced pickles or onions for topping (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Make the Meatballs: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined. Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
Bake the Meatballs: Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through and browned.
Coat with BBQ Sauce: In a large skillet, heat the BBQ sauce over medium heat. Add the baked meatballs and toss to coat them in the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
Assemble the Sliders: Slice the slider buns in half. Place a meatball on each bottom half of the bun, and top with sliced pickles or onions if desired. Place the top half of the bun over the meatball.
Serve: Arrange the sliders on a platter and serve warm. Enjoy your BBQ meatball sliders as a tasty snack!