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Buffalo Chicken Meatballs

Irresistibly Juicy Buffalo Chicken Meatballs You’ll Love

These Buffalo Chicken Meatballs are a healthier twist on classic buffalo wings, delivering juicy flavor in every bite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Chicken or ground turkey for a leaner option
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs whole wheat panko can be used for extra fiber
  • 1 Egg or a flax/chia egg for a vegan option
  • 1/2 cup Grated Carrot zucchini or finely chopped bell pepper can be substituted
  • 1/4 cup Minced Celery can be omitted if not preferred
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Green Onions chives can be used as an alternative
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic fresh garlic is preferred
  • 1 tsp Paprika smoked paprika offers a deeper flavor
  • 1 tsp Kosher Sea Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper adjust to taste
  • 1/2 cup Buffalo Sauce Frank's Hot Sauce is recommended
For Serving
  • 1/2 cup Ranch or Blue Cheese Dressing optional topping

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Buffalo Chicken Meatballs
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Combine the ground chicken, panko breadcrumbs, and egg in a large mixing bowl, allowing the panko to soak for about 5 minutes.
  3. Incorporate the grated carrot, minced celery, chopped green onion, minced garlic, paprika, kosher salt, and black pepper into the chicken mixture.
  4. Measure and shape the mixture into uniform meatballs, roughly 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) and they are golden-brown.
  6. Toss the meatballs in buffalo sauce to coat evenly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 4meatballsCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 22gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These meatballs can be served as an appetizer or a main dish. Adjust the heat level of buffalo sauce as desired.

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