Easy Buffalo Chicken Meatballs
If you’re in search of a delicious appetizer or dinner option that packs a flavorful punch, look no further than these Easy Buffalo Chicken Meatballs. Made with lean ground chicken and coated in spicy buffalo sauce, these meatballs are not only quick to prepare but also incredibly versatile. Whether served as a party snack alongside a creamy blue cheese dip or as a hearty meal over rice, they are sure to impress your family and friends. With just a handful of wholesome ingredients, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights and game day gatherings alike. Get ready to enjoy every spicy, juicy bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Ground Chicken (or turkey)
- 2 Large Eggs
- 1¼ Cups Panko Breadcrumbs (divided)
- 1 Cup Hot Sauce (divided)
- ¼ Cup Chopped Green Onion
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- ½ teaspoon Onion Powder
- Kosher salt and pepper (to taste)
- ½ Cup Crumbled Blue Cheese
- ½ Cup Greek Yogurt
- 1 tablespoon White or apple vinegar
- Celery, cucumber, and/or carrot sticks (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the blue cheese dip by whisking together Greek yogurt, vinegar, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Fold in crumbled blue cheese and refrigerate.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk the eggs. Combine ground chicken, green onion, 1 cup of panko breadcrumbs, beaten eggs, and one-third of the hot sauce.
- Add garlic powder, onion powder, along with salt and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Form meatballs about 1-1/2 inches in diameter by rolling the mixture in your hands and coat them with the remaining panko breadcrumbs.
- Place meatballs on the prepared tray, spray lightly with cooking oil, and bake for 12 minutes.
- Toss cooked meatballs in the remaining hot sauce and bake for an additional 5-6 minutes until fully cooked.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (approximately 90g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 120mg