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Buffalo Chicken Meatballs with Bleu Cheese Dip

Buffalo Chicken Meatballs with Bleu Cheese Dip
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Crispy and juicy Buffalo Chicken Meatballs tossed in zesty buffalo sauce, served with a rich and creamy bleu cheese dip. This quick and easy appetizer delivers the perfect balance of spicy and tangy flavors, ideal for game day parties, family dinners, or casual snacking. Made with lean ground chicken and customizable heat levels, it’s a healthy and crowd-pleasing snack that comes together in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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Meatballs

  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder

Buffalo Sauce

  • 1/2 cup hot sauce (such as Frank’s RedHot)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

Bleu Cheese Dip

  • 1/2 cup blue cheese crumbles
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp fresh chives or parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Meatball Mixture: In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix gently but thoroughly to evenly distribute the flavors without overworking the meat.
  2. Shape and Cook the Meatballs: Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs using your hands or a small scoop. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 15-18 minutes or until cooked through and golden brown.
  3. Toss Meatballs in Buffalo Sauce: While the meatballs bake, gently warm the hot sauce and melted butter together to make the buffalo sauce. Once the meatballs are out of the oven, transfer them to a bowl and toss thoroughly in the warm buffalo sauce to coat evenly.
  4. Make the Bleu Cheese Dip: In a small bowl, mix blue cheese crumbles with sour cream, mayonnaise, and lemon juice until creamy and smooth. Add salt and pepper to taste. For extra flair, stir in chopped fresh chives or parsley.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Arrange the buffalo chicken meatballs on a serving platter with the bleu cheese dip in a bowl on the side. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve immediately for the best experience.

Notes

  • Don’t overmix the meatball mixture to keep meatballs tender.
  • Use a small ice cream scoop for uniform meatballs and even cooking.
  • Adjust buffalo sauce amount to control spice level.
  • Prepare bleu cheese dip a few hours ahead to allow flavors to meld.
  • Choose high-quality blue cheese for the best flavor in the dip.

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