Name: Buffalo Chicken Meatballs
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 6 Servings
Cuisine: American

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April 29, 2025

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If you've been searching for the ideal game-day appetizer, look no further than these spicy chicken meatballs that are easy to make with a few simple ingredients. No one can resist these heat-packed bites topped with a crumble of blue cheese.

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Buffalo Chicken Meatballs

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WarningMilk and 5 other allergens identified

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F.

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.

Finely mince the celery.

Place the ground chicken, egg yolks, panko, garlic powder, onion powder, minced celery, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl. Using clean hands, mix the ingredients until just combined.

Scoop the meat mixture into 24 portions of about 1 1/2 oz. each. Use your hands to roll the meat mixture into balls, and place on the prepared baking sheet.

Bake the meatballs on middle rack of oven until cooked through, about 15 minutes.

Whisk together the melted butter and buffalo sauce in a large mixing bowl until combined. Transfer the meatballs to the bowl and toss until they are evenly coated in the sauce. Return the meatballs to the baking sheet.

Bake the meatballs until heated through, about 2 minutes.

Check to see that meatballs are done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.

Top the meatballs with crumbled blue cheese, if using, and serve immediately.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Moisture Magic 💦
Mix in a splash of buttermilk or Greek yogurt with the ground chicken to keep the meatballs incredibly tender and prevent them from becoming dry and dense.
Panko Perfection 🥣
Toast the panko breadcrumbs lightly in a dry skillet before mixing into the meatball mixture to enhance their nutty flavor and improve overall texture.
Buffalo Sauce Balance 🌶️
Create a custom heat level by mixing different hot sauces or adding a touch of honey to the Buffalo sauce for a more complex flavor profile.
Uniform Meatball Method 🔪
Use a small ice cream scoop or tablespoon measure to ensure consistently sized meatballs that cook evenly and look professionally prepared.
Blue Cheese Pro Tip 🧀
Chill the blue cheese crumbles before sprinkling to prevent them from becoming too melty and help them maintain their distinct texture and flavor.