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Easy Buffalo Chicken Dip Balls

These Easy Buffalo Chicken Dip Balls combine everything you love about Buffalo chicken dip into crispy, bite-sized treasures, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 24 balls
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 28 oz canned chicken, drained Costco brand recommended for quality
  • 4 pieces green onions, sliced into 1/8-inch rounds
  • 1.25 cups cheddar cheese, shredded Sharp for extra flavor
  • 1.25 cups pepper jack cheese, shredded For a spicy kick
  • 1.25 cups hot sauce Adjust based on preference; Frank’s RedHot recommended
  • 1.5 oz ranch mix Hidden Valley recommended for creaminess
  • 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper Optional; add more for extra heat
Breading Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 4 pieces eggs, beaten
  • 1.5 cups bread crumbs Seasoned for added flavor
  • Oil for frying heated to 350 degrees F

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained canned chicken, hot sauce, ranch mix, and cayenne pepper. Stir until fully coated.
  2. Fold in the cheddar and pepper jack cheeses along with the sliced green onions.
  3. Form the mixture into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate for 2-3 hours to firm up.
  4. Set up your breading station with flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in another, and bread crumbs in a third.
Cooking
  1. Heat oil in a large pot or deep fryer to 350 degrees F.
  2. Coat each ball first in flour, then dip in egg, and finish with bread crumbs.
  3. Fry the balls in small batches for 1-1.5 minutes or until golden brown. Avoid overcrowding.
  4. Remove the fried balls and let them drain on paper towels. Serve warm.

Notes

These balls can be prepared in advance and frozen before frying. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge.