Dinner

Buffalo Chicken Meatballs: Discover This Easy Recipe

ByEthan Lark October 22, 2025October 22, 2025

Introduction

Buffalo Chicken Meatballs are a spicy, flavorful twist on classic meatballs that’s perfect for game day or a casual dinner. These tender bites combine the tangy heat of buffalo sauce with creamy blue cheese for a truly delicious treat.

A white plate filled with a pile of golden-brown meatballs covered in a creamy white sauce drizzled on top. The meatballs have a slightly crispy texture on the outside and are garnished with chopped green herbs and green onion pieces. Each meatball is pierced with a wooden skewer standing upright, and the plate sits on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 pound ground chicken
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup buffalo sauce
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
1 egg
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Additional buffalo sauce for coating

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2: In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, buffalo sauce, green onions, blue cheese, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
Step 3: Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 4: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and golden brown.
Step 5: Remove the meatballs from the oven and toss them in additional buffalo sauce to coat.
Step 6: Serve hot with your choice of dipping sauce or garnish with extra blue cheese and green onions.

Tips & Variations

For extra crispiness, broil the meatballs for 2-3 minutes after baking but watch closely to avoid burning.
Substitute ground turkey if you prefer a leaner option.
Add finely chopped celery for extra crunch and traditional buffalo flavor.
Use ranch dressing as a milder alternative dipping sauce if blue cheese is too strong.

Storage

Store leftover meatballs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat them gently in the microwave or oven until warmed through. For longer storage, freeze cooked meatballs in a sealed container for up to 2 months; thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

How to Serve

A white plate holds a stack of about ten round meatballs, each coated in a reddish-orange sauce. The meatballs are topped with a drizzle of creamy white sauce and sprinkled with finely chopped green onions and small cilantro leaves. Wooden skewers stick into some meatballs, and a woman's hand is lifting one meatball with the skewer. The plate sits on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make these meatballs ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the meatballs and shape them in advance, then store them in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before baking. Alternatively, fully cooked meatballs can be made ahead and reheated when ready to serve.

What can I serve with buffalo chicken meatballs?

They pair well with celery sticks, carrot sticks, a side salad, or crispy fries. You can also serve them over a bed of rice or alongside garlic bread for a heartier meal.