Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Meatballs As seen on Half Baked Harvest Bookmark recipe Print recipe Download recipe Share Total Time 3 hours and 20 minutes Prep Time 20 minutes Cook Time 3 hours Rating 4.77 out of 5 stars (13) Ingredients 6 servings 1 1/2 pounds ground turkey or chicken1/2 cup panko bread crumbs1 cup grated parmesan cheese1 tablespoon onion powder2 teaspoons garlic powder1/2 teaspoon chipotle chili powdersalt and black pepper1/2 cup hot sauce4 tablespoons salted butter6 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature2 cups shredded cheddar cheese3-4 cups chopped broccoli4 green onions, choppedbuffalo sauce, for serving (optional)ranch dressing, for serving (optional) Calories Kid-FriendlyBeginnerDairyHigh-ProteinAppetizersVegetablesGrainsSlow CookingSpicySavoryPoultryCreamyMain CoursesSnacksGame Nights ... How would you rate this recipe? 1 stars 2 stars 3 stars 4 stars 5 stars Preparation Inline ingredients (beta) Cook mode Click to complete Step 1 Crockpot Step 2 1. Add the chicken, panko, parmesan, onion powder, and garlic powder, to a bowl. Season with salt. Mix to combine. Roll the meat into tablespoon-size balls and place in the crockpot. Pour over the hot sauce and 1/4 cup water. Add the butter. Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours or on high for 1-2 hours.2. Crank the heat on the slow cooker to high. Stir in the cream cheese, and cheddar cheese. Add the broccoli. Cover and cook for 15 minutes, or until the sauce is creamy.3. Serve the meatballs, broccoli, and sauce over rice and topped with green onions, cilantro, and ranch. Or skip the broccoli and serve as an appetizer! Step 3 Stove Step 4 1. Add the chicken, panko, parmesan, onion powder, and garlic powder, to a bowl. Season with salt. Mix to combine. Roll the meat into tablespoon-size balls and place in a skillet with high sides. Pour over the hot sauce and 1/4 cup water. Add the butter. Turn the burner to medium. Partially cover the skillet and cook, stirring around the halfway point, 15-20 minutes, until the meatballs are cooked through.2. Stir in the cheddar and cream cheese, then add the broccoli. Cook for 10 minutes, or until the sauce is creamy.3. Serve the meatballs, broccoli, and sauce over rice and topped with green onions, cilantro, and ranch. Or skip the broccoli and serve as an appetizer!
