Meatball Sandwiches with Chipotle Cherry Bbq Sauce

Elevate your sandwich game with these irresistible Meatball Sandwiches with Chipotle Cherry BBQ Sauce! Juicy, oven-baked meatballs made with a perfect blend of ground beef, pork, Parmesan, and herbs are smothered in a smoky-sweet homemade barbecue sauce featuring the bold kick of chipotle peppers and the rich depth of sweet cherries. Nestled in buttery, toasted sub rolls and crowned with melty provolone cheese, these sandwiches strike the ultimate balance of savory, smoky, and tangy flavors. Ideal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this recipe delivers gourmet comfort food in every bite. Serve them with a side of crispy fries or a refreshing salad for a hearty, satisfying meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef (80/20)
• 0.5 pound Ground pork
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 0.25 cup Milk
• 1 large Egg
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 cup Pitted cherries (fresh or frozen)
• 0.5 cup Ketchup
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 1 pepper Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt (for the sauce)
• 4 rolls Sub rolls or hoagie rolls
• 4 slices Provolone cheese slices
• 2 tablespoons Butter, softened

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, milk, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined.

Step 3

Form the mixture into approximately 12-16 golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 4

Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, turning them halfway through to ensure even cooking.

Step 5

While the meatballs bake, prepare the chipotle cherry BBQ sauce. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine pitted cherries, ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, chopped chipotle pepper, smoked paprika, and salt.

Step 6

Simmer the BBQ sauce for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cherries are soft and the sauce has thickened slightly. Use an immersion blender or a standard blender to carefully puree the sauce until smooth. Set aside.

Step 7

Once the meatballs are done baking, transfer them to the saucepan with the chipotle cherry BBQ sauce. Gently toss them to coat in the sauce and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

Step 8

Butter the insides of the sub rolls and toast them in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown.

Step 9

Place 3-4 meatballs on each toasted sub roll. Top each sandwich with a slice of provolone cheese.

Step 10

Optional: Place the assembled sandwiches under the broiler for 1-2 minutes to melt the cheese.

Step 11

Serve immediately and enjoy your Meatball Sandwiches with Chipotle Cherry BBQ Sauce!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1805.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4341.1

Total Fat 241.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 96.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 892.7mg	0%
Sodium 8458.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 318.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.8g	0%
Total Sugars 92.4g
Protein 223.1g	0%

Vitamin D 108.7IU	0%
Calcium 1453.8mg	0%
Iron 24.6mg	0%
Potassium 2350.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.1%

Protein: 20.6%

Carbs: 29.3%