Description
Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Meatballs are a must-try appetizer that will elevate any gathering, from game day celebrations to family get-togethers. These tender meatballs are infused with a zesty buffalo sauce that delivers a delightful kick, making them irresistible to guests of all ages. With easy preparation and the convenience of a slow cooker, you can spend more time enjoying your event and less time in the kitchen. Serve them on their own, as sliders, or with dipping sauces for an unforgettable treat that everyone will rave about!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds ground chicken
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 cup diced celery
- ½ cup diced green onions
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 cups buffalo wing sauce
- ½ cup unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, celery, green onions, eggs, garlic, salt, and black pepper.
- Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on the baking sheet.
- Bake for about 10 minutes until slightly browned.
- Transfer meatballs to a slow cooker and cover with buffalo wing sauce and cubed butter.
- Cook on low for 2-3 hours, stirring halfway through.
- Serve warm garnished with additional green onions if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking/Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 155mg