{"id":55722,"date":"2024-05-07T05:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-05-07T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/?p=55722"},"modified":"2024-02-13T14:01:21","modified_gmt":"2024-02-13T19:01:21","slug":"buffalo-chicken-meatballs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/buffalo-chicken-meatballs\/","title":{"rendered":"Buffalo Chicken Meatballs"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<p><em>Ready for the perfect appetizer? These Buffalo Chicken Meatballs make a great party favorite that feeds a crowd! Pair it will some sides for a delicious entree too!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"790\" height=\"1185\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/buffalo-chicken-Meatballs-14.jpg\" alt=\"buffalo chicken meatballs in brown bowl with toothpicks.\" class=\"wp-image-57086\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/buffalo-chicken-Meatballs-14.jpg 790w, https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/buffalo-chicken-Meatballs-14-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/buffalo-chicken-Meatballs-14-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/buffalo-chicken-Meatballs-14-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/buffalo-chicken-Meatballs-14-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 790px) 100vw, 790px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><h2 id=\"table-of-contents\">Table of Contents<\/h2><ul class=\"is-style-fancy\"><li><a href=\"#h-why-make-this-recipe\">Why Make This Recipe?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-ingredients-needed\">Ingredients Needed<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-how-to-make-buffalo-chicken-meatballs\">How to Make Buffalo Chicken Meatballs<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-faqs-buffalo-chicken-meatballs\">FAQs: Buffalo Chicken Meatballs <\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-storage-instructions\">Storage Instructions<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-freezer-tip\">Freezer Tip<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-more-appetizers-you-ll-love\">More Appetizers You&rsquo;ll Love<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#tasty-recipes-56953-jump-target\">Buffalo Chicken Meatballs Recipe<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-make-this-recipe\">Why Make This Recipe?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Simple Ingredients <\/strong>&ndash; Just 7 simple ingredients! Mix in one large bowl and then bake. Could not get any easier!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Appetizer or Main Dish<\/strong> &ndash; looking for an easy game day appetizer? These are perfect. What about a simple main dish protein? These fit the bill!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Easily customizable<\/strong> &ndash; feel free to adjust heat levels based on buffalo sauce. You can also easily substitute the panko breadcrumbs for almond meal or almond flour for a gluten-free dish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ingredients-needed\">Ingredients Needed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Ground chicken<\/strong> &ndash; you could also use a different ground protein like ground turkey.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Egg<\/strong> &ndash; 1 large egg for binding.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Garlic powder <\/strong>&ndash; You could also use 1-2 minced garlic cloves if you don&rsquo;t have garlic powder.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Green onions<\/strong> &ndash; use whites and light green parts for meatballs and dark green for garnish.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Panko breadcrumbs<\/strong> &ndash; you could also use almond meal or almond flour for a gluten-free option.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Salt + Pepper<\/strong> &ndash; feel free to reduce salt to taste or to decrease sodium.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Buffalo Sauce<\/strong> &ndash; I like the buffalo sauce from<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/48YnRYh\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"> primal kitchen<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-make-buffalo-chicken-meatballs\">How to Make Buffalo Chicken Meatballs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-quaternary-background-color has-background\"><strong>STEP 1: MAKE MEATBALLS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In a large bowl combine ground chicken, egg, garlic powder, scallions, panko, salt, pepper and 2 tbsp buffalo sauce. Set aside remainder of buffalo sauce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"790\" height=\"1185\" data-id=\"57082\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/buffalo-chicken-Meatballs-01.jpg\" alt=\"ingredients for buffalo chicken meatballs\" class=\"wp-image-57082\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/buffalo-chicken-Meatballs-01.jpg 790w, https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/buffalo-chicken-Meatballs-01-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/buffalo-chicken-Meatballs-01-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/buffalo-chicken-Meatballs-01-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/buffalo-chicken-Meatballs-01-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 790px) 100vw, 790px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"790\" height=\"1185\" data-id=\"57083\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/buffalo-chicken-Meatballs-02.jpg\" alt=\"ground turkey mixed with buffalo sauce\" class=\"wp-image-57083\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/buffalo-chicken-Meatballs-02.jpg 790w, https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/buffalo-chicken-Meatballs-02-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/buffalo-chicken-Meatballs-02-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/buffalo-chicken-Meatballs-02-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/buffalo-chicken-Meatballs-02-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 790px) 100vw, 790px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-quaternary-background-color has-background\"><strong>STEP 2: BAKE MEATBALLS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Using your hands roll mixture into 15-18 meatballs and place onto parchment paper lined baking sheet. Bake in oven for 15-20 minutes or until cooked through. Remove meatballs from oven and allow to sit for 5 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"790\" height=\"1185\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/buffalo-chicken-Meatballs-03.jpg\" alt=\"Baked buffalo chicken meatballs on a parchment lined baking sheet.\" class=\"wp-image-57084\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/buffalo-chicken-Meatballs-03.jpg 790w, https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/buffalo-chicken-Meatballs-03-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/buffalo-chicken-Meatballs-03-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/buffalo-chicken-Meatballs-03-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/buffalo-chicken-Meatballs-03-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 790px) 100vw, 790px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-quaternary-background-color has-background\"><strong>STEP 3: COAT IN BUFFALO SAUCE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Add to a large bowl and top with remaining buffalo sauce. Gently toss to coat. Sprinkle with sliced green tops of scallions. Serve with blue cheese sauce or ranch dipping sauce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"790\" height=\"1185\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/buffalo-chicken-Meatballs-04.jpg\" alt=\"baked chicken meatballs in buffalo sauce.\" class=\"wp-image-57085\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/buffalo-chicken-Meatballs-04.jpg 790w, https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/buffalo-chicken-Meatballs-04-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/buffalo-chicken-Meatballs-04-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/buffalo-chicken-Meatballs-04-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/buffalo-chicken-Meatballs-04-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 790px) 100vw, 790px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faqs-buffalo-chicken-meatballs\">FAQs: Buffalo Chicken Meatballs <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1706894455975\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What should I pair with these buffalo chicken meatballs?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">I personally like to use either a blue cheese dressing or ranch dressing. <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3uhClDw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Primal Kitchen<\/a> makes a delicious ranch dip.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1706894024544\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Are these buffalo chicken meatballs spicy?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">They&rsquo;re as spicy as you want them to be! You can choose if you use mild or hot buffalo sauce.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1706894046365\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I use ground turkey instead?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, ground turkey can easily be used in place of ground chicken.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1706894068531\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I make these in advance?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes- these buffalo chicken meatballs can easily be meal-prepped in advance of a party or stored in the freezer for a pre-made protein. See storage tips below.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1706894658002\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I eat these meatballs as a main dish?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Absolutely! Feel free to pair these buffalo chicken meatballs with any sides. For a more traditional flavor you can cut up some slices of celery but these also taste great on a salad or paired with a side of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/how-to-make-crispy-baked-french-fries\/\">baked french fries<\/a>.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1706895049442\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I double this recipe?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">These buffalo chicken meatballs can easily be doubled or even tripled in order to feed a crowd.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-storage-instructions\">Storage Instructions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Store cooked meatballs in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in microwave or on stove top or oven.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"block-tip cwp-inner\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading block-tip__title\" id=\"h-freezer-tip\">Freezer Tip<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Place meatballs in a freezer-safe container or Ziploc bag and freeze for up to 3 months. Allow to thaw overnight in the fridge. Reheat on stove top or in oven.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"790\" height=\"1185\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/buffalo-chicken-Meatballs-14-1.jpg\" alt=\"close-up of buffalo chicken meatballs in a brown bowl.\" class=\"wp-image-57087\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/buffalo-chicken-Meatballs-14-1.jpg 790w, https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/buffalo-chicken-Meatballs-14-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/buffalo-chicken-Meatballs-14-1-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/buffalo-chicken-Meatballs-14-1-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/buffalo-chicken-Meatballs-14-1-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 790px) 100vw, 790px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 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These Buffalo Chicken Meatballs make a great party favorite that feeds a crowd! Pair it will some sides for a delicious entree too!<\/em><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-details\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n\t\t<ul>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"author\"><strong data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-label\">Author:<\/strong> <a data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-author-name\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/author\/davida\/\">Davida Lederle<\/a><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"prep-time\"><strong data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-label\">Prep Time:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-prep-time\">10 minutes<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"cook-time\"><strong data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-label\">Cook Time:<\/strong> <span 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You can choose if you use mild or hot buffalo sauce.","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/buffalo-chicken-meatballs\/#faq-question-1706894046365","position":3,"url":"https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/buffalo-chicken-meatballs\/#faq-question-1706894046365","name":"Can I use ground turkey instead?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Yes, ground turkey can easily be used in place of ground chicken.","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/buffalo-chicken-meatballs\/#faq-question-1706894068531","position":4,"url":"https:\/\/www.thehealthymaven.com\/buffalo-chicken-meatballs\/#faq-question-1706894068531","name":"Can I make these in advance?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Yes- these buffalo chicken meatballs can easily be meal-prepped in advance of a party or stored in the freezer for a pre-made protein. 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