Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 lb. ground chicken or turkey
  • 3/4 cups panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 cup hot sauce , (recommended: Franks Red Hot)
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 2 Tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
  • Green leaf lettuce leaves, for lettuce wraps

Instruction

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper; set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine all meatball ingredients. Mix with your hands, until well combined.
  • Scoop mixture into 2-Tablespoon-sized balls, shaping with your hands. Place on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until meatballs are completely cooked.
  • In a small saucepan, whisk together all sauce ingredients. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce to low and let simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove from heat. Let sauce cool slightly (it will thicken as it cools).
  • Dip each individual meatball into sauce, and place on a baking sheet or wire rack. Or, brush meatballs with the sauce. Serve warm as-is, or as lettuce wraps.
  • Enjoy!