Juicy, flavorful meatballs that are perfect for a party or game day snack. They can also be served as a main course over rice or with a side of vegetables. No matter how you serve them, these buffalo chicken meatballs are sure to be a hit!
Preheat your air fryer to 350℉. Lightly spray the basket with non-stick cooking spray or line it with a perforated parchment liner designed for air fryers.
In a large bowl, combine one large egg, 1 tablespoon fresh chopped dill (or 1 teaspoon dried), 1 Tablespoon Frank's Hot sauce, 1 clove minced garlic, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper until fully incorporated.
Add 1 pound ground chicken, ⅓ cup grated Parmesan, and 10 crushed Ritz crackers. Mix with your hands until evenly combined.
Moisten your hands with water and then roll into 1 or 2-inch meatballs (depending on whether you are serving them as an appetizer or as a main course). Arrange the meatballs in a single layer in your air fryer basket, leaving a little space between each one.Air fry for 10–12 minutes, shaking the basket or turning the meatballs halfway through, until they’re lightly golden and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165℉).
For the sauce
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, combine 1⅓ cups heavy cream and 3 tablespoons of butter. Stir until the butter has melted. Add 3 tablespoons of the hot sauce, ½ teaspoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon fresh chopped dill (or ¼ teaspoon dried), ¼ teaspoon sugar, and ¼ teaspoon salt.
Bring to a gentle boil and then reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, until thickened to the consistency of a cream sauce. It should coat the back of your spoon.
Nestle the meatballs into the sauce and then simmer for about 5 more minutes so that all of the flavors can meld. Taste and adjust for seasoning. Add the remaining hot sauce if desired. Sprinkle with chopped scallions and serve over rice.