Buffalo Chicken Cheese Balls

Ingredients:

2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works great)

8 oz cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

1/2 cup ranch dressing (or blue cheese dressing, if preferred)

1/4 cup buffalo sauce (adjust to your preferred spice level)

1/2 tsp garlic powder

1/2 tsp onion powder

1/2 cup finely chopped green onions (optional)

1/2 cup breadcrumbs (for coating)

Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Preparation:

Make the Cheese Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, ranch dressing, buffalo sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix everything together until smooth and well combined.

Form the Balls: Once the mixture is fully blended, use your hands to shape the mixture into bite-sized balls (about 1 inch in diameter).

Coat the Cheese Balls: Roll each chicken ball in breadcrumbs until coated evenly. For extra flavor, you can also add finely chopped green onions to the breadcrumbs before rolling.

Chill: Place the formed cheese balls on a baking sheet or platter and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow them to firm up.

Serve: Once chilled, garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve with extra buffalo sauce or ranch dressing for dipping.

Enjoy your flavorful, tangy, and creamy Buffalo Chicken Cheese Balls at your next party or as a tasty snack!