Buffalo Chicken Meatballs
These buffalo chicken meatballs are juicy, baked, and tossed in classic buffalo sauce. Perfect for game day, parties, or easy family dinners.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Baking Sheet
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lb ground chicken
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg lightly beaten
- 1 small carrot finely grated
- 1 stick celery minced
- 2 green onions minced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/3 cup buffalo sauce Frank’s recommended
- 3 tbsp ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a baking mat.
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, panko, and egg. Let rest for 5 minutes so the panko absorbs the egg.
- Add carrot, celery, green onions, garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper. Gently mix until just combined.
- Form the mixture into meatballs using a spoon or cookie scoop and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Transfer the cooked meatballs to a bowl, add buffalo sauce, and gently toss to coat.
- Serve immediately with ranch or blue cheese dressing and extra green onions if desired.
Notes
Do not overmix the meatball mixture to keep the texture tender. These meatballs are great for meal prep and parties.
