Buffalo Chicken Meatballs with a Savory Filling

Ingredients

• cooking spray
• 1 pound ground chicken
• ½ cup panko bread crumbs
• 1 small egg, beaten
• 1 tablespoon Buffalo wing sauce
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 (6 ounce) container block feta cheese, cut into 20 cubes and extra cheese reserved
• Garnish:
• 2 tablespoons ranch dressing
• 2 tablespoons shredded carrot
• 2 tablespoons finely minced celery

Step 1

Lightly heat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and give it a quick spray with cooking spray to keep things from sticking. In a medium bowl, mix together the chicken, bread crumbs, egg, Buffalo sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until everything is well combined.

Step 2

To make shaping easier, spray your hands with a bit of cooking spray. Take a small handful of the chicken mixture and press it around a cube of feta cheese, forming a ball about 1 1/2 inches wide. Place each meatball on the prepared baking sheet and keep going until you’ve used up all the mixture and cheese.

Step 3

Pop the meatballs in the oven and bake for about 18 to 20 minutes, flipping them halfway through so they brown evenly. Once they’re cooked through, transfer them to a serving plate. Finish by drizzling more Buffalo sauce and ranch dressing over the top, then sprinkle with some chopped carrot, celery, and a little extra feta for a tasty touch.