4.81 44 Published Feb 01, 2022, Updated Sep 26, 2024 I’ve shared buffalo cauliflower wings, air fryer buffalo cauliflower and a buffalo cauliflower salad… so many buffalo cauliflower creations. But today we’re switching things up and making buffalo chicken meatballs.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
These meatballs are the perfect addition to any potluck or party spread. They’re low carb – only 2g of carbs per serving when made with almond flour. The meatballs come together in just one bowl – yay for minimal dishes! They can be enjoyed as an appetizer, but also as a main dish. They’re great for meal prep.
Ingredients Needed
ground chicken – ground chicken is the base of this recipe. I tested the recipe with ground turkey and while it turned out, the flavor wasn’t my favorite. I highly recommend sticking with ground chicken here. buffalo sauce – I like Primal Kitchen’s buffalo sauce and Noble Made buffalo sauce, but any buffalo sauce works. egg – helps bind the meatballs together. green onions – you’re actually going to mix some green onions into the meatballs and top with additional green onion. diced carrots – I love adding some veggies into my meatballs. Just be sure sure to dice these up into really small chunks! almond flour or panko bread crumbs – along with the egg, this helps bind the meatballs together. For a gluten-free option, I recommend almond flour, otherwise, panko bread crumbs work great! garlic powder and onion powder – the perfect spice pairing to round out the recipe. sea salt and black pepper – brings the flavors of this dish together.
How to Make Buffalo Chicken Meatballs
Start by mixing up your meatballs! In a large bowl, mix together the ground chicken, buffalo sauce, egg, green onions, carrots, almond flour or bread crumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper. You can use a spoon to mix but it might just be easier to get in there with clean hands to mix it up! Use a cookie scoop or small spoon to scoop the chicken mixture and then use your hands to form it into balls. Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake at 400ºF for 18-20 minutes. When the meatballs are done cooking, drizzle on the remaining sauce and carefully toss the meatballs to coat.
How to Serve Buffalo Chicken Meatballs
I love drizzling on ranch (my vegan ranch dressing would be delicious) or blue cheese dressing, blue cheese crumbles and green onions for serving these meatballs! For a potluck, you can serve them on a platter paired with celery sticks and carrots or you could have each meatball drizzled with dressing and poked with a toothpick so they’re ready to eat! I’ve also served these buffalo chicken meatballs for dinner. You can serve them over rice (or cauliflower rice) or simply pair with a salad or other veggie side and you’re good to go!
What to Pair with Buffalo Chicken Meatballs
Dips – I like eating these meatballs as an appetizer paired with a blue cheese or ranch drizzle. You can also serve with extra ranch or blue cheese on the side for dipping. I also recommend fresh celery or carrot sticks to cool your mouth between bites, especially if your buffalo sauce is on the spicy side! Veggies – if you want to enjoy this as a main dish, I love these meatballs served over cauliflower rice or with a side of roasted vegetables like my broccoli or root vegetables.
How to Store
These meatballs are great for meal prep! Once cooled completely, store meatballs in an airtight container in the fridge for 4-5 days. To reheat, place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet and heat in the oven at 350°F until warm throughout. Alternatively, you can also reheat these in the microwave, toaster oven or air fryer.
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Need more inspiration? Be sure to check out my full collection of healthy game day snacks and all of the appetizer recipes on EBF!
