Picante Meatball Sandwiches

Jun 02, 2023June 2, 20230 13

Spicy Picante Meatball Sandwiches for a Quick and Tasty Lunch

by The Chefin Sandwiches

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

431

Sugar

Fat

25g

These Spicy Picante Meatball Sandwiches are a fun twist on the classic meatball sub. The addition of picante sauce gives the dish a spicy kick, while the cheddar cheese and shredded lettuce provide a burst of flavor and texture. Whether you're looking for a quick lunch or a simple weeknight dinner, this recipe is sure to satisfy your cravings. The dish can be easily customized to suit your taste buds by adjusting the amount of picante sauce or adding your favorite toppings.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
2.	In a large mixing bowl, add the ground beef, 1 1/2 cups of picante sauce, crushed tortilla chips and beaten egg. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
3.	Roll the mixture into small meatballs, about the size of a golf ball.
4.	Place the meatballs onto a baking tray and bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until cooked through.
5.	While the meatballs are cooking, lightly toast the hoagie buns under a broiler or in a toaster oven.
6.	To assemble the sandwiches, spread a tablespoon of remaining picante sauce on each side of the toasted hoagie buns. Place 3-4 meatballs in each bun and top with cheddar cheese and shredded lettuce.
7.	Serve hot with a side of potato chips or fries.

PROS

These Spicy Picante Meatball Sandwiches are quick and easy to make, perfect for a delicious lunch or dinner.
The recipe is budget-friendly and can be easily doubled or tripled to feed a crowd.

CONS

The recipe calls for crushed tortilla chips, which can be an unhealthy addition to the dish.
The sandwich can also be a bit messy to eat with all the picante sauce, cheese, and lettuce.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite its cons, this sandwich does have some health benefits. Ground beef is a good source of protein and iron, while picante sauce can provide a boost of vitamin C. The lettuce adds a healthy dose of vitamin K and fiber to the dish.

	1 lb ground beef
	2 1/2 cups picante sauce
	1 cup crushed tortilla chips
	1 egg , beaten
	6 hoagie sandwich buns ( cut in 2 )
	1/2 cup cheddar cheese
	1/2 cup shredded lettuce