Buffalo Fire Meatballs

Ignite your taste buds with these irresistible Buffalo Fire Meatballs—an easy-to-make, flavor-packed appetizer or main dish that’s perfect for game day, potlucks, or a spicy weeknight dinner. Made with tender ground chicken, zesty green onions, and a medley of savory seasonings, these baked meatballs are coated in a tantalizing homemade buffalo sauce featuring hot sauce, melted butter, and a touch of honey for balance. Ready in just 40 minutes, they’re incredibly versatile: serve them with a crumble of blue cheese for a cooling contrast or pair with crisp celery sticks for a classic pairing. Whether you're craving bold flavors or looking to impress at your next gathering, these Buffalo Fire Meatballs are guaranteed to steal the show!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

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
• 2 stalks green onions, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup hot sauce (e.g., Frank's RedHot)
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 0.25 cup blue cheese crumbles (optional, for garnish)
• 4 stalks celery sticks (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, chopped green onions, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.

Step 3

Using clean hands or a small scoop, form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet with some space in between.

Step 4

Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).

Step 5

While the meatballs bake, prepare the buffalo sauce. In a small saucepan over low heat, combine hot sauce, unsalted butter, and honey. Stir until the butter is fully melted and the sauce is smooth and well blended.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Serve the Buffalo Fire Meatballs hot, garnished with blue cheese crumbles if desired. Pair with celery sticks for a cooling crunch on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1269.1 grams (1269.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1526

Total Fat 89.10g	114%
Saturated Fat 37.50g	188%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 711mg	237%
Sodium 8087mg	352%
Total Carbohydrate 80.40g	29%
Dietary Fiber 10.00g	36%
Total Sugars 27.40g
Protein 120.60g	241%

Vitamin D 67IU	333%
Calcium 661mg	51%
Iron 11mg	58%
Potassium 3940mg	84%

*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: 49.9%

Protein: 30.0%

Carbs: 20.0%