Description

These Buffalo Chicken Meatballs offer 40% more protein than traditional wings while staying lower in fat and calories. Juicy, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned, they deliver bold buffalo flavor in a healthier, bite-sized format ideal for weeknights, meal prep, and game day gatherings.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb ground chicken (93% lean)
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1 large egg
1/4 cup hot sauce
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1/2 tsp celery salt
Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, hot sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until just combined.
Form tablespoon-sized meatballs, wetting hands as needed to prevent sticking.
Bake 18–20 minutes until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Melt butter in a small saucepan and stir in additional hot sauce and celery salt.
Toss baked meatballs in buffalo sauce and garnish with parsley before serving.

Notes

For keto-friendly meatballs, use almond flour instead of breadcrumbs. Mix gently to avoid a dense texture. Add Greek yogurt to increase moisture and protein. Let meatballs rest briefly before saucing for best adhesion.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20–25 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 4 meatballs
Calories: 107
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 463mg
Fat: 3.7g
Saturated Fat: 1.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 2.2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 2.1g
Fiber: 0.8g
Protein: 16.9g
Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: buffalo chicken meatballs, healthy meatballs, high protein appetizer, keto buffalo meatballs