Spicy Buffalo Style Meatballs

Get ready to turn up the heat with these irresistible Spicy Buffalo Style Meatballs! Made with lean ground chicken and seasoned to perfection with garlic powder, onion powder, and a touch of paprika, these tender, oven-baked meatballs are a healthier twist on a classic game-day favorite. A generous coating of homemade Buffalo sauce—made with buttery richness and the signature tang of hot sauce—takes these bite-sized treats to the next level. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for appetizers, party platters, or even a zesty dinner option. Serve them with crunchy celery sticks, carrot sticks, and a side of creamy ranch or blue cheese dressing for the ultimate crowd-pleaser.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground chicken
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Hot sauce (e.g., Frank's RedHot)
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon Parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°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, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

Step 3

Using clean hands or a cookie scoop, form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. Place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 4

Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until fully cooked and golden brown. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).

Step 5

While the meatballs are baking, prepare the Buffalo sauce. In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the hot sauce and butter. Stir until the butter is melted and fully incorporated into the sauce. Remove from heat.

Step 6

Once the meatballs are done cooking, transfer them to a large mixing bowl. Pour the Buffalo sauce over the meatballs and gently toss to coat evenly.

Step 7

Transfer the coated meatballs to a serving dish, garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve immediately. Pair with celery sticks, carrot sticks, and ranch or blue cheese dressing for a complete appetizer.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(597.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1180.4

Total Fat 71.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 666.3mg	0%
Sodium 1267.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 47.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.1g	0%
Total Sugars 4.1g
Protein 104.4g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 160.3mg	0%
Iron 8.8mg	0%
Potassium 2671.6mg	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: 51.4%

Protein: 33.5%

Carbs: 15.1%