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Spicy Creamy Firecracker Meatballs

Juicy meatballs tossed in a sweet, spicy, and creamy firecracker sauce—perfect for parties, dinners, or meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meatballs
  • 1 lb ground chicken or beef
  • 0.5 cup breadcrumbs or panko
  • 1 egg large
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp milk
Firecracker Sauce
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 0.33 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 3 tbsp sriracha adjust to taste
  • 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar or lime juice
  • 2 cloves garlic minced

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, spices, salt, pepper, and milk in a bowl.
  3. Roll into 1½-inch meatballs and place on baking sheet.
  4. Bake 15–18 minutes until cooked through.
  5. Whisk all sauce ingredients in a bowl.
  6. Toss baked meatballs in sauce over medium heat.
  7. Simmer 2–3 minutes until thick and glossy.
  8. Garnish and serve hot.

Notes

Adjust spice level by increasing or decreasing sriracha. Great for sliders, bowls, or appetizers.