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Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Meatballs

A lighter, healthier alternative to buffalo wings that you can make right in the slow cooker!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
2 hrs 15 mins
Total Time
2 hrs 20 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer , Snacks

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • ¾ cup Panko*
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 green onions thinly sliced
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • ¾ cup buffalo sauce
  • ¼ cup blue cheese dressing

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat; set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, Panko, egg, garlic and onion powder and green onions; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Using a wooden spoon or clean hands, stir until well combined. Roll the mixture into 1 1/4-to-1 1/2-inch meatballs, forming about 24 meatballs.
  3. Place meatballs onto prepared baking sheet and bake for 4-5 minutes, or until all sides are browned.
  4. Place meatballs into a slow cooker. Add buffalo sauce and gently toss to combine. Cover and cook on low heat for 2 hours.
  5. Serve immediately, drizzled with blue cheese dressing, if desired.

Notes

  • *Panko is a Japanese-style breadcrumb and can be found in the Asian section of your local grocery store.
  • *Panko is a Japanese-style breadcrumb and can be found in the Asian section of your local grocery store.