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Buffalo Chicken Meatballs

A delightful twist on classic buffalo chicken flavors, these meatballs are spicy, tangy, and incredibly easy to make, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meatball Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground chicken Juicy and lean, serves as the base.
  • 1/2 cup buffalo sauce (divided) The star of the dish.
  • 1 egg Acts as binder.
  • 1/3 cup almond flour (or breadcrumbs) Provides crunch and absorbs flavors.
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced) Adds depth to flavor.
  • 1/4 cup green onions (chopped) Adds freshness and mild onion flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder Enhances savory taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Essential for flavor balance.
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper Rounds out the flavor.
Garnish
  • green onions and blue cheese crumbles (optional) For added creaminess and flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, egg, almond flour (or breadcrumbs), 3 tablespoons of buffalo sauce, minced garlic, chopped green onions, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly.
  3. Shape the meatballs into 1-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Cooking
  1. Bake the meatballs for 18 to 20 minutes until lightly browned and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.
  2. Once out of the oven, toss the meatballs with the remaining buffalo sauce and garnish with green onions.

Notes

To maximize freshness, store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. For variations, try using ground turkey or different sauces like teriyaki.