Chicken Meatball Subs with Homemade Alfredo Sauce

These Chicken Meatball Subs add a tasty twist to classic meatball subs. Instead of beef meatballs and red sauce, you’ll fill your rolls with seasoned chicken meatballs and top them with rich, creamy homemade alfredo sauce.

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Subs are always a great choice for family dinners or parties. Those soft rolls and meaty fillings always seem to make everyone happy. We took the classic meatball sub and turned it on its head by using chicken meatballs and alfredo sauce. It’s a delicious change of pace, and everyone always loves it.

❤️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• It’s loaded with classic chicken alfredo flavor.
• The meatballs and homemade alfredo sauce are both basic recipes anyone can make.
• The rich alfredo sauce and seasoned meatballs are the perfect flavor combination.

🛒Ingredients

This recipe uses basic ingredients you’ll find in your kitchen and at your local grocery store.

• 1 pound ground chicken
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
• ½ teaspoon pepper
• ¾ cup panko
• ⅔ cup shredded parmesan
• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon olive oil + 3 Tbs more for cooking the meatballs

ALFREDO SAUCE:

• 1 stick butter
• 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon pepper
• 2 cups shredded Parmesan

FOR SERVING:

• 4 hoagie rolls
• ¼ cup melted butter

🔪 How to Make Chicken Meatball Subs

Making these subs takes a few steps, but they’re all incredibly easy when you break them down. It’s a basic recipe even beginners can easily make.

Step 1: Mix the Meatballs

Mix all the meatball ingredients with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a large mixing bowl until fully combined. Then, divide the mixture into 12 meatballs.

Step 2: Brown

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the meatballs with 3 tablespoons of olive oil until browned on all sides. Transfer to a plate and set aside. Step 3: Make the Sauce

Step 3: Combine the Butter and Cream

Reduce the heat to low and add the butter and cream to the same skillet. Cook until melted and the mixture begins to bubble around the edges.

Step 4: Make the Sauce

Cook the butter and cream for 2 minutes, then whisk in the sauce seasonings. Add the meatballs, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes, flipping the meatballs halfway through.

Step 5: Broil the Rolls

While the meatballs are simmering, preheat the oven broiler. Then butter the hoagie rolls and broil them for 2 to 3 minutes until golden.

Step 6: Finish the Sauce

When the meatballs are finished simmering, add the parmesan and stir until the cheese is melted and the meatballs are coated in sauce.

Step 7: Serve

Serve the meatballs in the hoagie rolls, and enjoy!

📝Variations

• You can use store-bought meatballs to make things quicker.
• Try adding red pepper flakes for a kick of heat.
• For a more robust flavor, try parmigiano reggiano in place of parmesan.
• You can make this recipe with beef meatballs if you prefer.

Try these chicken broccoli alfredo stuffed shells for another fun twist on classic chicken alfredo.

🥫 Storage

Refrigerate the chicken meatball alfredo for up to 3 days in an air-tight container. Freezing is not recommended. To reheat the mixture, place it in a skillet with a bit of cream if necessary and cook over medium-low until heated through.

What to Serve with Chicken Meatball Subs

Serve these subs with your favorite vegetables on the side for a complete meal. You can also pair them with potato chips or French fries. If you don’t feel like sandwiches, simply serve these over noodles!

💭 Tips

• To easily portion your meatballs, divide the meat mixture int quarters in the bowl. Then, make three meatballs from each quarter.
• Be sure you don’t let your butter and cream mixture come to a boil, or it will curdle.
• Flip your meatballs while stirring in the parmesan to ensure all sides are thoroughly coated.

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⁉️ FAQ

Do you have questions about this recipe? Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions.

How do you sear meatballs?

Searing meatballs is similar to searing any other meat. Bring oil in a skillet up to medium-high heat. Then add your meatballs. When one area is seared, use tongs to rotate the meatballs, repeating until the entire surface is seared.

Do you have to fully cook meatballs before adding them to sauce?

No, you don’t. You just have to sear them before adding them to sauce. Searing the meatballs locks in the juice, keeping them tender and juicy without watering down your sauce or making it greasy.

Why was my meatball alfredo greasy?

If you don’t adequately sear your meatballs, the fat and juice inside will leech out as the meatballs cook in the sauce, creating a greasy sauce.

🍽 More Recipes

Do you enjoy meatballs? Then try these delicious recipes:

• Homemade Meatballs with Red Sauce
• Slow Cooker Hawaiian Meatballs
• Swedish Meatballs with Noodles