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Firecracker Meatballs

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Ingredients
  

  • 2 lb ground chicken
  • 4 tsp minced garlic
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp onion powder

Firecracker Sauce:

  • 1/2 cup hot sauce
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 475ºF and position 2 racks in the center. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper; set aside.
  • In a saucepan, combine firecracker sauce ingredients over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer. Let it simmer for 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat and allow the sauce to cool; it will thicken as it cools.
  • In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, minced garlic, salt, pepper, eggs, Panko breadcrumbs, paprika, and onion powder. Use your hands for thorough mixing. Avoid overmixing to prevent dry meatballs.
  • Shape the meat mixture into balls, approximately 3 tablespoons per ball. Alternatively, use an ice cream scoop for consistency. Place shaped meatballs on the prepared baking sheet.

  • Bake for 11-13 minutes or until meatballs are fully cooked.
  • Using 2 tablespoons, dip each meatball into the sauce, or brush each meatball with the sauce. Return to the baking sheet and bake for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  • Drizzle or brush with additional sauce as desired before serving.
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