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Easy Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Meatballs (Best Recipe)

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These Easy Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Meatballs are tender, juicy, and coated in a perfectly balanced spicy and buttery buffalo sauce. Made with simple ingredients and cooked low and slow, they’re perfect for game day, meal prep, or a week of exciting lunches.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground chicken (93% lean)
  • 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs (or panko)
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (or 1 teaspoon garlic powder)
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
  • 1/2 cup buffalo sauce (Frank’s RedHot Original recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping (optional)
  • Celery sticks and carrot sticks (optional)
  • Toasted slider buns or crusty bread (optional)
  • Fresh chives or green onions for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, beaten egg, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, onion powder, salt, pepper, and parsley (if using). Mix gently with your hands until just combined; do not overmix.
  2. Using a cookie scoop or your hands, form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs (about 20-24). Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. Preheat the oven’s broiler to high. Broil the meatballs 6 inches from the heating element for 3-4 minutes until lightly browned. Flip and broil another 2-3 minutes.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together buffalo sauce, melted butter, honey, and Worcestershire sauce.
  5. Place the broiled meatballs in a 4-quart or larger slow cooker in a single layer. Pour the buffalo sauce over the top and gently toss to coat evenly.
  6. Cover and cook on LOW for 2-3 hours or on HIGH for 1.5-2 hours. Do not exceed 4 hours on LOW.
  7. Transfer to a serving dish, garnish with fresh chives or green onions, and serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing, celery, and carrot sticks if desired.

Notes

Broiling the meatballs before adding to the slow cooker creates a crust that helps them hold their shape and adds flavor. Don’t skip the egg—it binds the meatballs. For a milder sauce, use half buffalo sauce and half ketchup or tomato sauce. For extra heat, add cayenne pepper or hot sauce. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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