Introduction
Looking for a comforting dinner that combines classic flavors with a delicious twist? These BBQ Glazed Meatballs over Mashed Potatoes are exactly what you need. I’ve perfected this recipe to create tender, juicy meatballs coated in a sweet and tangy BBQ glaze, all served over creamy mashed potatoes. It’s the kind of meal that brings everyone to the table and leaves them asking for seconds.
Ingredients
For the Meatballs:
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1/4 cup finely diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the BBQ Glaze:
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
For the Mashed Potatoes:
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup warm milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by peeling and cutting potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Place in a pot with cold water and a pinch of salt.
- While potatoes are cooking, combine all meatball ingredients in a large bowl. Mix gently with your hands until just combined – don’t overmix.
- Form mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs (you should get about 20-24 meatballs).
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally until browned on all sides.
- Meanwhile, whisk together BBQ sauce, honey, and Worcestershire sauce in a bowl.
- Pour the BBQ mixture over the meatballs, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens and the meatballs are cooked through.
- Drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the pot. Add butter and warm milk, then mash until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve meatballs and BBQ glaze over a generous portion of mashed potatoes.
Cook Time and Serving Size
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4-6 people
Recipe Notes
- For extra tender meatballs, avoid overworking the meat mixture. Mix just until ingredients are combined.
- If your BBQ sauce is particularly sweet, reduce or omit the honey in the glaze.
- For creamier mashed potatoes, warm your milk before adding it to the potatoes.
- The meatballs can be made ahead and frozen raw or cooked. If frozen raw, thaw completely before cooking.
- For a lighter version, you can substitute ground turkey for beef, but you may need to add a tablespoon of olive oil to the mixture to maintain moisture.
- If your sauce becomes too thick while simmering, thin it out with a splash of chicken broth or water.
BBQ Glazed Meatballs over Mashed Potatoes
Looking for a comforting dinner that combines classic flavors with a delicious twist? These BBQ Glazed Meatballs over Mashed Potatoes are exactly what you need. I've perfected this recipe to create tender, juicy meatballs coated in a sweet and tangy BBQ glaze, all served over creamy mashed potatoes. It's the kind of meal that brings everyone to the table and leaves them asking for seconds.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef 80/20 lean-to-fat ratio
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1/4 cup finely diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup warm milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by peeling and cutting potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Place in a pot with cold water and a pinch of salt.
- While potatoes are cooking, combine all meatball ingredients in a large bowl. Mix gently with your hands until just combined - don't overmix.
- Form mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs (you should get about 20-24 meatballs).
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally until browned on all sides.
- Meanwhile, whisk together BBQ sauce, honey, and Worcestershire sauce in a bowl.
- Pour the BBQ mixture over the meatballs, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens and the meatballs are cooked through.
- Drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the pot. Add butter and warm milk, then mash until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve meatballs and BBQ glaze over a generous portion of mashed potatoes.
