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Crispy Buffalo Chicken Meatballs Recipe with Creamy Blue Cheese Dip

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These crispy buffalo chicken meatballs are perfectly crunchy on the outside and tender inside, served with a creamy blue cheese dip. A quick, easy, and crowd-pleasing snack or appetizer perfect for parties or casual nights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground chicken (preferably lean but not too dry)
  • ½ cup panko breadcrumbs (about 50 g)
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • ½ cup buffalo sauce (about 120 ml)
  • 1–2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
  • ½ cup blue cheese crumbles (about 75 g)
  • ¼ cup sour cream (about 60 ml)
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp fresh chives or parsley, finely chopped (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat. If available, place a wire rack on the sheet for extra crispiness.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, panko breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined to avoid tough meatballs.
  3. Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter, making roughly 18 meatballs. Place them on the wire rack or directly on the lined baking sheet, spacing them apart.
  4. Brush or drizzle the meatballs lightly with olive oil or avocado oil to help create a golden, crispy crust.
  5. Bake for 18-20 minutes, flipping each meatball halfway through at about 10 minutes. Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  6. While baking, warm the buffalo sauce slightly in the microwave or on the stove to make tossing easier.
  7. Once baked, transfer the meatballs to a large bowl and gently toss with the warmed buffalo sauce until evenly coated.
  8. Prepare the creamy blue cheese dip by whisking together blue cheese crumbles, sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Garnish with chopped chives or parsley if desired.
  9. Serve the crispy buffalo chicken meatballs immediately with the creamy blue cheese dip and optional celery or carrot sticks.

Notes

Do not overmix the meatball mixture to keep them tender. Use panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch. Brushing with oil before baking creates a golden crust without frying. Use a meat thermometer to ensure meatballs reach 165°F for safety. Warm buffalo sauce before tossing for even coating. Blue cheese dip can be mellowed by adding more sour cream or mayo if too sharp. For dairy-free dip, substitute with vegan ranch dressing. Ground turkey or finely chopped cauliflower can be used as alternatives to chicken.

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