{"id":155653,"date":"2025-03-20T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-03-20T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/?p=155653"},"modified":"2025-03-24T14:44:57","modified_gmt":"2025-03-24T18:44:57","slug":"bbq-shotgun-shells-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/bbq-shotgun-shells-recipe\/","title":{"rendered":"BBQ Shotgun Shells Recipe"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>This <strong>BBQ Shotgun Shells<\/strong> recipe will be the hit of your next tailgate or cookout! Bacon-wrapped manicotti shells are stuffed with a cheesy jalape\u00f1o and ground meat mixture. Brushed with bbq sauce and cooked to crispy, caramelized perfection on the grill or smoker \u2014 or even in the oven or air fryer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-description=\"This BBQ Shotgun Shells recipe will be the hit of your next tailgate or cookout! Bacon-wrapped manicotti shells are stuffed with a cheesy ground beef and jalape\u00f1o mixture, brushed with bbq sauce, and then grilled or air fried to perfection.\" data-pin-title=\"BBQ Shotgun Shells Recipe | Game Day Appetizer For a Party!\" src=\"https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Shotgun-Shells-Recipe.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up of a tray filled with bacon-wrapped stuffed shotgun shells, glazed with a shiny barbecue sauce. They are neatly arranged on crinkled parchment paper, with a checkered cloth napkin visible in the background.\" class=\"wp-image-156365\" title=\"This mouthwatering bacon-wrapped BBQ Shotgun Shells recipe is the perfect smoky, cheesy, and meaty appetizer your guests will devour!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Shotgun-Shells-Recipe.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Shotgun-Shells-Recipe-500x750.jpg 500w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Shotgun-Shells-Recipe-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Shotgun-Shells-Recipe-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Shotgun-Shells-Recipe-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Shotgun-Shells-Recipe-295x443.jpg 295w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Shotgun-Shells-Recipe-300x450.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Shotgun-Shells-Recipe-335x502.jpg 335w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Shotgun-Shells-Recipe-768x1152.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"tip-container\"><div class=\"tip-tagline\">Jessica&#039;s Notes<\/div><h3 class=\"tip-title\"><\/h3><div class=\"tip-content\"><p>From the second these viral BBQ Shotgun Shells started popping up on social media, I knew we had to make them! All the shotgun shells recipe I found did not cook the noodles, so we tried it that way and ended up with crunchy noodles. &#x2639;&#xfe0f; So we got busy and started testing and found that <strong>a quick boil on the manicotti makes all the difference!<\/strong> We like to serve them up alongside crispy grilled <a href=\"https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/grilled-pork-belly-burnt-ends-recipe\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"follow\">pork belly burnt ends<\/a> and our favorite easy <a href=\"https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/the-best-baked-beans\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"follow\">baked beans recipe<\/a> and a bowl of <a href=\"https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/easy-broccoli-salad-with-bacon\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"follow\">broccoli salad<\/a> for a true bbq feast.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Makes This BBQ Shotgun Shells Recipe So Good?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Drool Worthy:<\/strong> The crispy caramelized bbq bacon exterior complements the tender pasta and creamy and meaty filling so perfectly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Make-Ahead Friendly:<\/strong>&nbsp;Assemble them a day before your event, then cook when ready for an easy, stress-free appetizer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Smoky and Savory: <\/strong>My Dad described these as a &#8220;meaty flavor explosion&#8221; and we couldn&#8217;t agree more, they are truly bursting with bold flavors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Perfect for Parties: <\/strong>These beefy shotgun shells are guaranteed to be a hit, especially for a <a href=\"https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/recipes\/holidays\/4th-of-july\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"follow\">Fourth of July<\/a> bash or game day. Your guests will be begging for you to share the recipe!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-description=\"This BBQ Shotgun Shells recipe will be the hit of your next tailgate or cookout! Bacon-wrapped manicotti shells are stuffed with a cheesy ground beef and jalape\u00f1o mixture, brushed with bbq sauce, and then grilled or air fried to perfection.\" data-pin-title=\"BBQ Shotgun Shells Recipe | Game Day Appetizer For a Party!\" src=\"https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-Recipe-Ingredients.jpg\" alt=\"Ingredients for a bbq shotgun shells recipe are arranged on a surface. Visible items include bacon, ground beef, Italian sausage, Colby Jack cheese, cream cheese, manicotti shells, BBQ sauce, jalape\u00f1os, and spices like smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.\" class=\"wp-image-156357\" title=\"This mouthwatering bacon-wrapped BBQ Shotgun Shells recipe is the perfect smoky, cheesy, and meaty appetizer your guests will devour!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-Recipe-Ingredients.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-Recipe-Ingredients-500x750.jpg 500w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-Recipe-Ingredients-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-Recipe-Ingredients-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-Recipe-Ingredients-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-Recipe-Ingredients-295x443.jpg 295w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-Recipe-Ingredients-300x450.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-Recipe-Ingredients-335x502.jpg 335w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-Recipe-Ingredients-768x1152.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You&#8217;re going to love how all of these bold ingredients taste when they come together in one bite. <strong>Scroll down to the recipe card below for the full ingredient list and exact amounts<\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Manicotti Shells:<\/strong> These large, fat noodles are perfect for stuffing. Many shotgun shell recipes don\u2019t cook the noodles, but after trying it that way, we don\u2019t recommend it. The noodles don&#8217;t soften all the way and stayed crunchy. Doing a quick 3-minute boil easily fixes that issue!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ground Meat: <\/strong>We like to use a combination of ground beef and ground Italian sausage, but you can use any kind of ground meat you prefer. <a href=\"https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/homemade-chorizo\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"follow\">Chorizo<\/a> is another great choice! We like to use hot ground sausage when we are not making them for the kids.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cheese:<\/strong> We used Colby Jack, but you can substitute this with Monterey Jack, sharp cheddar, or any similar melty cheese.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cream Cheese:<\/strong> It needs to be room temperature, so don&#8217;t forget to leave it on the kitchen counter for an hour or so prior to using.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Barbecue Sauce:<\/strong> Use your favorite brand! I typically go for the original Sweet Baby Ray&#8217;s as it&#8217;s slightly sweet and perfectly compliments all the spicy and savory flavors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Jalape\u00f1os:<\/strong> For mild heat, remove the seeds as that&#8217;s where most of the heat is. Or, if you like a little extra spice, leave the seeds in the mix.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bacon:<\/strong> Any brand\/type of bacon will get the job done, but we prefer to use thick-cut bacon.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-description=\"This BBQ Shotgun Shells recipe will be the hit of your next tailgate or cookout! Bacon-wrapped manicotti shells are stuffed with a cheesy ground beef and jalape\u00f1o mixture, brushed with bbq sauce, and then grilled or air fried to perfection.\" data-pin-title=\"BBQ Shotgun Shells Recipe | Game Day Appetizer For a Party!\" src=\"https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-Recipe.jpg\" alt=\"A close-up of several bacon-wrapped grilled shotgun shells, glistening with a caramelized, crispy exterior. The bacon has a rich, dark brown color, indicating they are well-cooked. They are piled together on parchment paper.\" class=\"wp-image-156364\" title=\"This mouthwatering bacon-wrapped BBQ Shotgun Shells recipe is the perfect smoky, cheesy, and meaty appetizer your guests will devour!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-Recipe.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-Recipe-500x750.jpg 500w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-Recipe-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-Recipe-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-Recipe-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-Recipe-295x443.jpg 295w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-Recipe-300x450.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-Recipe-335x502.jpg 335w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-Recipe-768x1152.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Make BBQ Shotgun Shells<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Take a quick look at how to make these bbq shotgun shells, but&nbsp;<strong>please&nbsp;scroll down to the recipe card for full instructions<\/strong>! You can grill them, smoke them, or even oven bake or air fry them if you don&#8217;t want to have to go outside. If you are cooking them inside, feel free to add a 1\/2 teaspoon of <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/41GK6j4\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored external noopener noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">liquid smoke<\/a> to the filling for a more authentic taste.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-not-stacked-on-mobile is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"900\" data-pin-description=\"This BBQ Shotgun Shells recipe will be the hit of your next tailgate or cookout! Bacon-wrapped manicotti shells are stuffed with a cheesy ground beef and jalape\u00f1o mixture, brushed with bbq sauce, and then grilled or air fried to perfection.\" data-pin-title=\"BBQ Shotgun Shells Recipe | Game Day Appetizer For a Party!\" src=\"https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-2-600x900.jpg\" alt=\"A large mixing bowl filled with a blended mixture of ground meat, herbs, and spices. A metal spoon rests on the side of the bowl, partially submerged in the mixture.\" class=\"wp-image-156358\" title=\"This mouthwatering bacon-wrapped BBQ Shotgun Shells recipe is the perfect smoky, cheesy, and meaty appetizer your guests will devour!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-2-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-2-500x750.jpg 500w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-2-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-2-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-2-295x443.jpg 295w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-2-300x450.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-2-335x502.jpg 335w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-2-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-2.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Mix the beef and sausage together. Add the cheese, cream cheese, bbq sauce, jalape\u00f1os and seasonings.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"900\" data-pin-description=\"This BBQ Shotgun Shells recipe will be the hit of your next tailgate or cookout! Bacon-wrapped manicotti shells are stuffed with a cheesy ground beef and jalape\u00f1o mixture, brushed with bbq sauce, and then grilled or air fried to perfection.\" data-pin-title=\"BBQ Shotgun Shells Recipe | Game Day Appetizer For a Party!\" src=\"https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/image.jpeg\" alt=\"A large mixing bowl filled with a blended mixture of ground meat, herbs, and spices. A metal spoon rests on the side of the bowl, partially submerged in the mixture.\" class=\"wp-image-156474\" title=\"This mouthwatering bacon-wrapped BBQ Shotgun Shells recipe is the perfect smoky, cheesy, and meaty appetizer your guests will devour!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/image.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/image-500x750.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/image-150x225.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/image-295x443.jpeg 295w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/image-300x450.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/image-335x502.jpeg 335w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Boil the manicotti for just 3 minutes, then drain and rinse. Stuff the cooked shells with the meat mixture.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-not-stacked-on-mobile is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"900\" data-pin-description=\"This BBQ Shotgun Shells recipe will be the hit of your next tailgate or cookout! Bacon-wrapped manicotti shells are stuffed with a cheesy ground beef and jalape\u00f1o mixture, brushed with bbq sauce, and then grilled or air fried to perfection.\" data-pin-title=\"BBQ Shotgun Shells Recipe | Game Day Appetizer For a Party!\" src=\"https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-4-600x900.jpg\" alt=\"Five uncooked manicotti shells stuffed and wrapped in bacon are neatly arranged on a white plate. A small bowl of bbq sauce with a brush lies nearby, set on a marble surface with additional plates visible at the edges.\" class=\"wp-image-156360\" title=\"This mouthwatering bacon-wrapped BBQ Shotgun Shells recipe is the perfect smoky, cheesy, and meaty appetizer your guests will devour!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-4-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-4-500x750.jpg 500w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-4-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-4-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-4-295x443.jpg 295w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-4-300x450.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-4-335x502.jpg 335w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-4-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-4.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Wrap a piece of bacon around each shell and then brush them generously with bbq sauce.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"900\" data-pin-description=\"This BBQ Shotgun Shells recipe will be the hit of your next tailgate or cookout! Bacon-wrapped manicotti shells are stuffed with a cheesy ground beef and jalape\u00f1o mixture, brushed with bbq sauce, and then grilled or air fried to perfection.\" data-pin-title=\"BBQ Shotgun Shells Recipe | Game Day Appetizer For a Party!\" src=\"https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-5-600x900.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up of bacon-wrapped shotgun shells on a grill, brushed with a bbq sauce. More wrapped shells are visible on a higher rack inside the grill. The bacon looks crispy and browned.\" class=\"wp-image-156361\" title=\"This mouthwatering bacon-wrapped BBQ Shotgun Shells recipe is the perfect smoky, cheesy, and meaty appetizer your guests will devour!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-5-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-5-500x750.jpg 500w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-5-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-5-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-5-295x443.jpg 295w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-5-300x450.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-5-335x502.jpg 335w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-5-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-5.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Grill, smoke, bake, or air fry the shotgun shells, brushing often with bbq sauce.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-description=\"This BBQ Shotgun Shells recipe will be the hit of your next tailgate or cookout! Bacon-wrapped manicotti shells are stuffed with a cheesy ground beef and jalape\u00f1o mixture, brushed with bbq sauce, and then grilled or air fried to perfection.\" data-pin-title=\"BBQ Shotgun Shells Recipe | Game Day Appetizer For a Party!\" src=\"https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-6.jpg\" alt=\"Bacon wrapped BBQ shotgun shells are covered in bbq sauce and arranged on a parchment-lined tray. A basting brush with sauce is beside the ribs, and a small bowl of barbecue sauce is nearby. A green checkered cloth is in the upper left corner.\" class=\"wp-image-156362\" title=\"This mouthwatering bacon-wrapped BBQ Shotgun Shells recipe is the perfect smoky, cheesy, and meaty appetizer your guests will devour!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-6.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-6-500x750.jpg 500w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-6-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-6-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-6-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-6-295x443.jpg 295w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-6-300x450.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-6-335x502.jpg 335w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-6-768x1152.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Chef&#8217;s Tips &amp; Variations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Stuffing the Shells:<\/strong> Make sure to press the meat all the way in, making sure there are no air bubbles in the middle. I find it easiest to add the meat mixture from just one side, that way you know it&#8217;s full when it starts coming out the other side.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>BBQ Sauce:<\/strong> We like to brush them multiple times with bbq sauce throughout the cooking process to really caramelize the bacon and help to develop a deeper, richer flavor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Extra Spicy:<\/strong>&nbsp;For an extra fiery version, swap the jalape\u00f1os for serrano peppers or habaneros. You can also use a spicy bbq sauce.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Add a Sweet Kick:<\/strong>&nbsp;Mix a little honey or brown sugar into the BBQ sauce for a subtle sweetness that balances the heat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Make It a Meal:<\/strong>&nbsp;Serve alongside creamy <a href=\"https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/garlic-mashed-potatoes\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"follow\">garlic mashed potatoes<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/grilled-corn\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"follow\">grilled corn<\/a>, sweet <a href=\"https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/creamed-corn-recipe\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"follow\">creamed corn<\/a>, or these crispy <a href=\"https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/corn-ribs\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"follow\">corn ribs recipe<\/a> for a complete dinner.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-description=\"This BBQ Shotgun Shells recipe will be the hit of your next tailgate or cookout! Bacon-wrapped manicotti shells are stuffed with a cheesy ground beef and jalape\u00f1o mixture, brushed with bbq sauce, and then grilled or air fried to perfection.\" data-pin-title=\"BBQ Shotgun Shells Recipe | Game Day Appetizer For a Party!\" src=\"https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-7.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up of grilled, bbq sauce glazed meat-stuffed manicotti shells wrapped in bacon with a bite taken out of one to show the meaty interior. The exterior is crispy and caramelized, with a shiny, appetizing finish.\" class=\"wp-image-156363\" title=\"This mouthwatering bacon-wrapped BBQ Shotgun Shells recipe is the perfect smoky, cheesy, and meaty appetizer your guests will devour!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-7.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-7-500x750.jpg 500w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-7-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-7-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-7-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-7-295x443.jpg 295w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-7-300x450.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-7-335x502.jpg 335w, https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BBQ-Shotgun-Shells-7-768x1152.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Prepare This Shotgun Shells Recipe in Advance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes you can make these ahead &#8211; just make sure that you do not cook the noodles any longer than 3 minutes or they can become soggy as they rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Make Ahead:<\/strong> Assemble them in advance, stopping at the step of wrapping them in bacon (do not brush them with bbq sauce yet). Store them in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 48 hours.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ready To Cook:<\/strong> Remove them from the fridge 30 minutes before cooking. 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class=\"wprm-recipe-name wprm-block-text-bold\">BBQ Shotgun Shells Recipe<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-summary wprm-block-text-bold\"><span style=\"display: block;\">This mouthwatering bacon-wrapped BBQ Shotgun Shells recipe is the perfect smoky, cheesy, and meaty appetizer your guests will devour!<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-times-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-table-borders-left-right wprm-recipe-table-borders-inside\" style=\"border-width: 1px;border-style: solid;border-color: #f4f4f4;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-prep-time-container\" style=\"border-width: 1px;border-style: solid;border-color: #f4f4f4;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-uppercase wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-prep-time-label\">Prep Time<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time wprm-recipe-prep_time-minutes\">30<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time-unit wprm-recipe-prep_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-cook-time-container\" style=\"border-width: 1px;border-style: solid;border-color: #f4f4f4;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-uppercase wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-cook-time-label\">Cook Time<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time wprm-recipe-cook_time-minutes\">30<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time-unit wprm-recipe-cook_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-total-time-container\" style=\"border-width: 1px;border-style: solid;border-color: #f4f4f4;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-uppercase wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-total-time-label\">Total Time<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-hours\">1<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> hour<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hour<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div id=\"recipe-155654-ingredients\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients-container wprm-recipe-ingredients-no-images wprm-recipe-155654-ingredients-container wprm-block-text-normal wprm-ingredient-style-regular wprm-recipe-images-before\" data-recipe=\"155654\" data-servings=\"32\" style=\"--wprm-list-checkbox-left-position: 6px;--wprm-list-checkbox-top-position: 4px;\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-ingredients-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Ingredients<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"0\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-0\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;16&#032;oz&#032;manicotti shells\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-0\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">16<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">oz<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">manicotti shells<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-1\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1 \u00bd&#032;lbs&#032;ground beef\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-1\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1 \u00bd<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">lbs<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">ground beef<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-2\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;lb&#032;ground Italian sausage\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-2\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">lb<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">ground Italian sausage<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-3\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1 \u00bd&#032;cups&#032;shredded Colby Jack cheese,&#032;or sharp cheddar cheese\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-3\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1 \u00bd<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">shredded Colby Jack cheese<\/span>,&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-normal\">or sharp cheddar cheese<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-4\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;8&#032;oz&#032;cream cheese,&#032;room temperature\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-4\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">8<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">oz<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">cream cheese<\/span>,&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-normal\">room temperature<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"5\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-5\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1 \u00bd&#032;cups&#032;barbecue sauce,&#032;divided\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-5\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1 \u00bd<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">barbecue sauce<\/span>,&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-normal\">divided<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"6\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-6\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2&#032;jalape\u00f1os,&#032;minced (seeds removed for mild heat)\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-6\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">jalape\u00f1os<\/span>,&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-normal\">minced<em> (seeds removed for mild heat)<\/em><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"7\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-7\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2&#032;teaspoons&#032;garlic powder\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-7\" 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Boil for 3 minutes, then drain and rinse. Separate the noodles so they don\u2019t stick or collapse. <em>Don&#39;t boil the noodles any longer, or they can become soggy!<\/em><\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-155654-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Mix the beef and sausage together until combined. Add the cheese, cream cheese, \u00bd cup BBQ sauce, jalape\u00f1os, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt and pepper and mix until well combined.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-155654-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Using your hands, gently stuff the shells with the meat mixture, making sure to push the filling all the way to the middle, with no air bubbles.<em> I like to add the meat from one side to ensure the center of the shell gets filled.<\/em><\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-155654-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Wrap a piece of bacon tightly around each shell. Brush the bacon wrapped shells with BBQ sauce.<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Grilling<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-155654-step-1-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">If using a gas grill, heat the grill to 300\u00b0F, then turn off the burners on half the grill. If using a charcoal grill, lay the charcoal on one side only and keep the fire lower at around 300\u00b0F.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-155654-step-1-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Place the shotgun shells on the side away from the fire. Brush with more BBQ sauce and cover the grill. Cook for 15 minutes, then flip and brush the other side with BBQ sauce. Continue cooking for about 10 to 15 minutes more, until the bacon is crispy and a <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4bO9OH4\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored external noopener noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">meat thermometer<\/a> inserted into the center reaches 160\u00b0F.<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Smoker<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-155654-step-2-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Preheat your smoker to 250\u00b0F. Smoke for 60 minutes, brushing with bbq sauce half way through. After the first 60 minutes, flip the shells over, add more barbecue sauce, and continue smoking for another 30 minutes.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-155654-step-2-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Brush them with bbq sauce once more and then continue smoking them for 20 to 30 minutes more, until the bacon is crispy and a meat thermometer inserted into the center reaches 160\u00b0F.<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Oven<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-155654-step-3-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Preheat the oven to 300\u00b0F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil. Arrange the shells on the baking sheet in an even layer, leaving a little room between each one for even cooking.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-155654-step-3-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Bake for 20 minutes. Flip and brush with bbq sauce, then bake for 15 minutes more. Flip once more and brush again with bbq sauce. Cook for 5 to 10 minutes more, until the bacon is crispy and a meat thermometer inserted into the center reaches 160\u00b0F. <em>If you bacon is not crispy enough, you can broil them for a few minutes, just watch very closely!<\/em><\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Air Fryer<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-155654-step-4-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Place 5 to 6 shells in the air fryer basket and set the air fryer to 300\u00b0F. You will need to cook the shotgun shells in batches. Cook the shells for 10 minutes, then flip and brush with more BBQ sauce. Flip and brush them with bbq sauce once more, cooking for 10 minutes more.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-155654-step-4-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Flip one last time, brushing with bbq sauce once more, and then cook for another 5 to 10 minutes, until the bacon is crispy a meat thermometer inserted into the center reaches 160\u00b0F. <\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-layout-container wprm-padding-10\" style=\"--wprm-layout-container-background-color: #f4cdc1;\">\n<p class=\"wprm-text wprm-block-text-light-bold\">\u2b50\ufe0f Tried this recipe? Leave a <a href=\"#comments\">comment and rating<\/a>! It only takes a minute and helps support our family-run blog. \u2764\ufe0f<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div id=\"recipe-155654-notes\" class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-notes-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Notes<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><ul>\n<li><strong>Storing:<\/strong> Shotgun shells are best served fresh when the bacon is good and crispy, but you can store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer to try to crisp the bacon up again.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Liquid Smoke:<\/strong> If cooking them in the oven or air fryer, feel free to add 1\/2 a teaspoon of <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/41GK6j4\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored external noopener noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">liquid smoke<\/a> to the meat filling. This will add more of an authentic smoky flavor.<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<div id=\"recipe-video\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<div id=\"recipe-155654-nutrition\" class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-nutrition-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Nutrition<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-internal-container wprm-internal-container-nutrition\" style=\"\"><div class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-container wprm-nutrition-label-container-simple wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-serving_size\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: #4a4a4a\">Serving: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\"> serving<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #4a4a4a\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: #4a4a4a\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">288<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #4a4a4a\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: #4a4a4a\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">17<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #4a4a4a\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: #4a4a4a\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">11<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #4a4a4a\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: #4a4a4a\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">19<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #4a4a4a\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: #4a4a4a\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">8<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #4a4a4a\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: #4a4a4a\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #4a4a4a\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: #4a4a4a\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">8<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #4a4a4a\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-trans_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: #4a4a4a\">Trans Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #4a4a4a\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: #4a4a4a\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">48<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #4a4a4a\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: #4a4a4a\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">447<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #4a4a4a\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: #4a4a4a\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">207<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #4a4a4a\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: #4a4a4a\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #4a4a4a\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: #4a4a4a\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">5<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #4a4a4a\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: #4a4a4a\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">217<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #4a4a4a\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: #4a4a4a\">Vitamin C: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #4a4a4a\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: #4a4a4a\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">64<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #4a4a4a\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: #4a4a4a\">Iron: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 18px;\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-footer-meta\">\n\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-author-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-author-label\">&copy; <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-author wprm-block-text-normal\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/about\/\" target=\"_self\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" 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Appetizer<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div id=\"post-grid-block_840abfd517bdacd2cb7e7f31e23b433c\" class=\"post-picker-block\"><div class=\"post-grid-block-inner\"><h2 class=\"post-picker-block-title\">More Easy BBQ Recipes to Try!<\/h2><div class=\"grid-container grid-container-padded ast-row archive\" style=\"justify-content:center;\"><div class=\"post-grid-post grid-4 tablet-grid-2 mobile-grid-2\"><div class=\"post-grid-post-inner grid-item-pad\"><div class=\"post-grid-post-thumb\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/bbq-pulled-pork-sliders\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"follow\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"225\" height=\"335\" src=\"https:\/\/thenovicechefblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Pulled-Pork-Sliders-1-225x335.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-Archive Portrait Small size-Archive Portrait Small wp-post-image\" alt=\"A pork sandwich on a small bun.\" 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