Buffalo Chicken Meatballs

Get ready to elevate your appetizer game with these irresistible Buffalo Chicken Meatballs! Packed with the bold flavors of juicy ground chicken and a fiery homemade Buffalo sauce, these bite-sized delights are baked to perfection for a healthier twist on a classic. Infused with garlic and onion powder for savory depth and coated in a buttery hot sauce blend, these meatballs deliver that signature spicy kick we all love. Perfect for game day, parties, or an easy weeknight snack, they’re best served with a side of creamy ranch or tangy blue cheese dressing and crisp celery sticks for a complete flavor experience. Quick to prepare and oven-baked in just 20 minutes, this crowd-pleasing recipe combines simplicity, irresistible flavor, and a touch of heat in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground chicken
• 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp butter
• 0.5 cup hot sauce (e.g., Frank’s RedHot)
• 0.5 cup ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing (for serving)
• 4 stalks celery sticks (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

Step 3

Scoop out about 1 1/2 tablespoons of the mixture and roll it into a ball using your hands. Place each meatball onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving a small amount of space between each one.

Step 4

Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until they’re cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Step 5

While the meatballs are baking, prepare the Buffalo sauce. In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Once melted, whisk in the hot sauce until fully combined. Remove the sauce from the heat.

Step 6

When the meatballs are finished baking, transfer them to a large mixing bowl. Pour the Buffalo sauce over the meatballs and gently toss until they’re fully coated.

Step 7

Serve the Buffalo Chicken Meatballs with ranch or blue cheese dressing on the side for dipping, and celery sticks if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1275.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1811.8

Total Fat 130.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 709.4mg	0%
Sodium 8356.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 66.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.1g	0%
Total Sugars 13.6g
Protein 111.0g	0%

Vitamin D 58.2IU	0%
Calcium 354.9mg	0%
Iron 9.8mg	0%
Potassium 3742.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.3%

Protein: 23.6%

Carbs: 14.1%