Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup hot sauce
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed:
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Mixing bowl
- Spoon
- Measuring cups and spoons
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, hot sauce, melted butter, chopped green onions, crumbled blue cheese, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly combined.
4. Using a spoon, scoop out about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll into a ball.
5. Place the ball onto the prepared baking sheet and repeat until all the mixture is used up.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken balls are golden brown and cooked through.
7. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 20-25 minutes
Temperature:
375°F
Serving size:
Makes about 20-24 chicken balls
Nutritional information:
Calories: 90
Fat: 5g
Carbohydrates: 3g
Protein: 8g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Ground turkey or beef can be used instead of ground chicken.
- Panko breadcrumbs can be used instead of regular breadcrumbs.
- Ranch dressing can be used instead of blue cheese.
Variations:
- Add chopped celery or carrots to the mixture for added crunch.
- Use different hot sauces for different levels of spiciness.
- Make the chicken balls larger and serve as a main dish.
Tips and tricks:
- Use a cookie scoop to make the chicken balls uniform in size.
- Wet your hands with water before rolling the mixture into balls to prevent sticking.
- Serve with extra hot sauce or blue cheese dressing for dipping.
Storage instructions:
Store leftover chicken balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat chicken balls in the microwave or oven until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the chicken balls on a platter with celery sticks and blue cheese dressing.
Garnishes:
Garnish with chopped green onions or parsley.
Pairings:
Serve with a side of coleslaw or potato salad.
Suggested side dishes:
Coleslaw, potato salad, roasted vegetables, or a side salad.
Troubleshooting advice:
If the chicken balls are too dry, add more melted butter or hot sauce to the mixture.
Food safety advice:
Make sure the chicken balls are cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F to ensure they are safe to eat.
Food history:
Buffalo chicken originated in Buffalo, New York in the 1960s.
Flavor profiles:
Spicy, tangy, and savory.
Serving suggestions:
Serve as an appetizer or main dish.
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