Best 7 Bbq Meatballs Courtesy Of Pioneer Woman Recipes

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**BBQ Meatballs: A Delightful Appetizer or Main Course**

If you're looking for a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer or main course, look no further than BBQ meatballs. These bite-sized morsels of seasoned ground meat are coated in a sweet and tangy barbecue sauce and cooked to perfection. Whether you prefer a classic beef meatball or something a little more unique, such as turkey or chicken meatballs, there's a recipe in this article that's sure to satisfy your cravings.

* **Classic BBQ Meatballs:** This recipe features juicy ground beef meatballs smothered in a homemade barbecue sauce made with ketchup, brown sugar, and spices.

* **Turkey BBQ Meatballs:** A healthier take on the classic, these meatballs are made with ground turkey and coated in a flavorful barbecue sauce.

* **Chicken BBQ Meatballs:** These tender chicken meatballs are coated in a sweet and tangy barbecue sauce and cooked to perfection.

* **Slow Cooker BBQ Meatballs:** For a hands-off approach, try these slow cooker BBQ meatballs. Simply combine the ingredients in your slow cooker and let them cook on low for several hours.

* **Air Fryer BBQ Meatballs:** If you're looking for a healthier alternative to fried meatballs, try these air fryer BBQ meatballs. They're crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, and they're cooked with little to no oil.

Whichever recipe you choose, you're sure to enjoy these delicious and versatile BBQ meatballs. Serve them as an appetizer at your next party or gathering, or enjoy them as a main course with your favorite sides.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

BBQ MEATBALLS (COURTESY OF PIONEER WOMAN)



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These really are so delicious, folks. They're almost like little "meatloaf balls", with a lot more flavorful surface area than a big slice of meatloaf. And the sauce is just a classic sweet/sour ketchup concoction and it makes you think of Grandma. My kids love this dish, which is a miracle. And they're delicious warmed up the next day and placed on a toasted sandwich bun with melted mozzarella on top. Yikes. *Note that these meatballs are not in the same category of regular Italian meatballs that would go in Spaghetti and Meatballs-those have more of a breadcrumb/parsley/Parmesan flair. These are more in the comfort food/meatloaf category. If you'd like to serve them with pasta, regular egg noodles tossed in a tiny bit of melted butter would be divine.

Provided by FeelinYummy

Categories     Meat

Time 1h

Yield 24 meatballs, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 lbs ground beef
3/4 cup oats
1 cup milk
3 tablespoons onions, Very Finely Minced
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
ground black pepper (Plenty, to Taste)
1 cup all-purpose flour (coating For Frozen Meatballs)
canola oil
1 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons vinegar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
4 -6 tablespoons onions
Tabasco sauce (1 dash (or more)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Combine ground beef, oats, milk, 3T very finely minced onion, salt and black pepper.
  • Roll into medium-small balls and place on a cookie sheet.
  • Place sheet in freezer for five minutes.
  • After 5 minutes, remove meatballs from freezer and immediately dredge in unseasoned flour.
  • Brown meatballs in canola oil until just brown.
  • Place into a baking dish.
  • Combine all sauce ingredients.
  • Pour over meatballs and bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes.
  • Serve with egg noodles, mashed potatoes, or crusty French bread.

POTLUCK MEATBALLS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 pounds ground beef
1 cup unseasoned breadcrumbs
1/2 cup grated onion
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
2 eggs
Red pepper flakes, as needed
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
1 can beef consomme
1 can beef broth
2 tablespoons spicy brown mustard
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons cornstarch

Steps:

  • For the meatballs: Place the ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion, parsley, eggs, red pepper flakes and some salt and pepper in a large bowl and mix together thoroughly. Form the mixture into uniform-size balls.
  • Heat the oil and butter in a large pan. When hot, begin frying the meatballs in batches, setting them aside on a plate or baking sheet when brown. You may need to drain any excess fat from the pan during the frying process. Continue frying until all the meatballs are browned. Set aside.
  • For the sauce: Add the beef consomme and three-quarters of the can of beef broth to the meatball pan, reserving the remaining broth in a small bowl. Add the mustard and tomato paste to the pan, then stir and bring to the boil.
  • Add the cornstarch to the reserved beef broth and whisk so there are no lumps. As the sauce starts to boil, add the cornstarch mixture. When the sauce has thickened after a few minutes, return the meatballs to the pot and stir to make sure they are all coated in sauce. Continue to simmer until the meatballs are cooked through, about 45 minutes.

COMFORT MEATBALLS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 pounds ground beef
3/4 cup quick oats
1 cup milk
3 tablespoons very finely minced onion
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
Plenty of ground black pepper
4 tablespoons canola oil
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup ketchup
4 to 6 tablespoons minced onion
3 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
Dash of hot sauce, such as Tabasco

Steps:

  • For the meatballs: In bowl, combine the ground beef and oats. Pour in the milk, and then add the onions, salt and pepper. Stir to combine. Roll the mixture into tablespoon-size balls and refrigerate them for 30 to 45 minutes to firm.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Heat the canola oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Dredge the meatballs in the flour, and then brown the meatballs in batches until light brown. As they brown, place them into a rectangular baking dish.
  • For the sauce: Stir together the ketchup, onions, vinegar, sugar, Worcestershire sauce and hot sauce. Drizzle the sauce evenly on the meatballs.
  • Bake until bubbly and hot, about 45 minutes.

SPICY MANGO BBQ TURKEY MEATBALLS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 6 to 8 servings (about 45 meatballs)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 pounds ground turkey
3 stalks celery, grated
3 cloves garlic, grated
1 small onion, grated
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups frozen mango
1 cup barbecue sauce
3/4 cup agave
1/4 cup soy sauce
3 habanero peppers, sliced
Sliced green onions, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with foil.
  • Put the turkey in a bowl and add the celery, garlic, onion, salt and pepper. Mix well and scoop into golf ball-size meatballs. Place them onto the prepared baking sheet as you go. Bake until cooked through and browned, 15 to 17 minutes.
  • Meanwhile make the sauce. Add the mango, barbecue sauce, agave, soy sauce and habanero peppers to a saucepan with 1/2 cup of water and stir. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes to thicken slightly and enhance the heat of the peppers. Puree with an immersion blender or use a food processor.
  • Toss the meatballs with the sauce until well coated. Place on a serving platter and garnish with the sliced green onions.

HOT AND CHEESY BAKED MEATBALLS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 3 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

One 24-ounce jar arrabbiata pasta sauce
1/2 cup sliced hot cherry peppers
12 store-bought spicy Italian meatballs (from the meat counter)
1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
One 8-ounce log fresh mozzarella, cut into 12 slices
8 to 12 fresh basil leaves, torn
Crusty bread, salad leaves and Italian salad dressing, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Add the arrabbiata sauce to a 12-inch cast-iron skillet and top with the peppers. Add the meatballs, then bake until the meatballs are cooked through, 18 to 20 minutes. Remove the meatballs from the oven, then turn the oven to the broiler setting.
  • Sprinkle the crushed red pepper flakes over the meatballs, then lay a slice of mozzarella over the top of each meatball. Place under the broiler for 3 to 4 minutes to melt the cheese, watching closely so that nothing burns. Scatter over the torn basil.
  • Serve with crusty bread and a dressed salad.

BARBECUE MEATBALLS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 cups barbecue sauce
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 tablespoon loosely packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon hot sauce
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
One 25-count bag All-Purpose Meatballs (still frozen is fine), recipe follows
Mashed potatoes, for serving
Chopped fresh parsley, for serving
Green salad, for serving
5 pounds ground beef
1 1/2 cups plain breadcrumbs
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 tablespoons grainy mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
4 large eggs
2 tablespoons olive oil

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.

MONSTER MEATBALLS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 slices Texas toast
1 cup milk
1 1/2 pounds ground turkey
1 1/2 pounds ground sausage
2 cups finely grated Parmesan
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley, plus more for garnish
5 cloves garlic, minced
1 large onion, finely diced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Olive oil, for frying
4 cups store-bought marinara
2 1/4 pounds bucatini, cooked, for serving
12 fresh basil leaves, chopped

Steps:

  • Soak the Texas toast in the milk in a shallow bowl for 10 minutes.
  • Add the turkey, sausage, Parmesan, parsley, garlic, onion and some salt and pepper to a bowl. Add the Texas toast and milk. Mix together (the bread will get broken up as it mixes) and form 3 oversized balls.
  • Heat some oil over medium heat in a small Dutch oven. Add the meatballs and carefully brown/sear the surface, moving them around to keep their shape. The meatballs should be somewhat crowded in the small pot.
  • Pour in the marinara and add water if needed to cover. Bring to a simmer, cover and simmer, carefully turning the meatballs halfway through, until cooked through, about an hour.
  • To serve: Plate up the bucatini and top with the sauce and meatballs. Garnish with parsley and basil.

Tips:

  • Use a combination of ground beef and ground pork for a more flavorful meatball.
  • Add some bread crumbs and eggs to the meatball mixture to help bind the ingredients together.
  • Season the meatballs with salt, pepper, and your favorite Italian herbs.
  • Brown the meatballs in a skillet before adding them to the slow cooker. This will help to seal in the flavor.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in your sauce, such as tomatoes, onions, peppers, and mushrooms.
  • Add some red wine or beef broth to the sauce for extra flavor.
  • Cook the meatballs on low in the slow cooker for 6-8 hours, or until they are cooked through.
  • Serve the meatballs over spaghetti, mashed potatoes, or rice.

Conclusion:

Pioneer Woman's BBQ Meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a party or potluck. The meatballs are made with a combination of ground beef and pork, and they are seasoned with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs. They are then browned in a skillet and added to a slow cooker with a flavorful sauce made with tomatoes, onions, peppers, and mushrooms. The meatballs are cooked on low for 6-8 hours, or until they are cooked through. Serve the meatballs over spaghetti, mashed potatoes, or rice, and enjoy!

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