Buffalo Chicken Meatballs with Blue Cheese Dip Recipe
These Buffalo Chicken Meatballs are a flavorful and easy-to-make appetizer or snack that combines tender ground chicken with spicy buffalo wing sauce and fresh veggies. Baked to perfection and tossed in extra buffalo sauce, they are served with a creamy blue cheese dip for a classic winghouse experience at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 20 meatballs
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Meatballs
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/3 cup shredded carrots
- 1/3 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup buffalo wing sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Tossing Sauce
- 1/3 cup buffalo wing sauce
Blue Cheese Dip
- Blue cheese dip (prepared or homemade, quantity as desired for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- Make the meatball mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, panko breadcrumbs, shredded carrots, chopped green onions, fresh parsley, 1/4 cup buffalo wing sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, kosher salt, and black pepper. Gently mix everything until just combined; avoid overmixing to keep the meatballs tender.
- Form the meatballs: Using a cookie scoop or your hands, shape the mixture into evenly sized meatballs, approximately 2 tablespoons of mixture per meatball. Place them spaced apart on the prepared baking sheet to ensure even cooking.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the meatballs for 18 to 22 minutes until cooked through. Make sure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) for food safety.
- Make the blue cheese dip: While the meatballs bake, prepare the blue cheese dip using a food processor or by mixing blue cheese with your choice of sour cream, mayonnaise, or buttermilk to achieve the desired consistency and flavor.
- Toss in buffalo sauce: Once the meatballs are out of the oven, transfer them to a large bowl. Pour in the 1/3 cup of buffalo wing sauce and gently toss the meatballs until they are evenly coated. For extra flavor and caramelization, you can broil the coated meatballs for 1 to 2 minutes.
- Serve: Serve the buffalo chicken meatballs warm, accompanied by the blue cheese dip on the side. These are perfect as a game-day snack, appetizer, or a simple dinner option.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure meatballs reach a safe internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- For a milder flavor, reduce the buffalo wing sauce amount or use a mild version of the sauce.
- Leftover meatballs can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To reheat, warm the meatballs in the oven or microwave until heated through.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute panko breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs.
