Print

Crispy Buffalo Turkey Meatball Skewers: Easy 30-Minute Recipe

crispy buffalo turkey meatball skewers - featured image
Print Recipe

These crispy buffalo turkey meatball skewers are ready in 30 minutes, featuring a crunchy exterior and tender interior coated in tangy, buttery buffalo sauce. Perfect for game day or a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb (450g) ground turkey (93/7 lean-to-fat ratio)
  • ½ cup (50g) panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp dried oregano
  • ½ cup (120ml) buffalo wing sauce (e.g., Frank’s RedHot)
  • 2 tbsp (28g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) honey (optional)
  • Wooden or metal skewers
  • Blue cheese or ranch dressing (for serving)
  • Celery and carrot sticks (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 20 minutes. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil and place a wire rack on top if available.
  2. In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Add buffalo sauce and honey (if using), stir to combine, and keep warm on lowest heat.
  3. In a medium mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, panko breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and dried oregano. Mix with your hands until just combined. Do not overmix.
  4. Roll the mixture into 1.5-inch (4 cm) meatballs (about 16 total). Thread 4 meatballs onto each skewer, leaving space between them.
  5. Place skewers on the prepared wire rack or baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes.
  6. Remove from oven and brush each meatball generously with the warm buffalo butter sauce. Return to oven and bake for another 5-8 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and sauce is caramelized. For extra crispiness, broil for the last 2 minutes, watching closely.
  7. Remove from oven and brush with one more layer of sauce. Let rest for 2 minutes before serving. Serve with blue cheese or ranch dressing and celery and carrot sticks.

Notes

For extra crispy edges, broil for the last 2 minutes. Double the sauce for extra dipping. Wet hands when shaping meatballs to prevent sticking. Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Nutrition

Keywords: buffalo turkey meatballs, turkey meatball skewers, 30-minute recipe, game day appetizer, buffalo sauce, crispy meatballs

Find it online: https://rowanrecipes.com/crispy-buffalo-turkey-meatball-skewers-easy-30-minute-recipe/