Barbecue Beefy Buns Recipe

Quick & Easy Barbecue Beefy Buns recipe, ready in under 30 minutes! This family-friendly meal is a weeknight winner – juicy ground beef simmered in a tangy BBQ sauce, served on soft buns. Kids and adults alike will devour these delicious, effortless barbecue sliders!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 292.5 kcal
Protein 30g
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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Barbecue Beefy Buns

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • Water
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • Prepared Mustard
  • Vinegar
  • Salt And Pepper
  • 8 hamburger buns
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

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How to Make Barbecue Beefy Buns

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 pound of ground beef, 1/2 cup chopped onion, and 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper. Brown the beef, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Stir in 1 cup of your favorite barbecue sauce, 1/4 cup ketchup, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.
  3. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors have melded.
  4. Serve the barbecue beef mixture on toasted hamburger buns. Garnish with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheese, coleslaw, or extra barbecue sauce.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

22 g

Sugar

41g

Fat

23g

Carbs

10g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Barbecue Beefy Buns?

Barbecue Beefy Buns takes about 40 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Barbecue Beefy Buns?

Barbecue Beefy Buns has approximately 292.5 calories per serving, with about 30 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 18 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Barbecue Beefy Buns?

The key ingredients for Barbecue Beefy Buns are Ground Beef, Onion, Green Bell Pepper, Butter, Water, Ketchup. See the full list with measurements above.

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