Bisquick Chicken Sausage Balls (Printer-Friendly)
Light chicken sausage bites with cheddar and Bisquick, ideal for snacks or party appetizers.
# What You'll Need:
→ Meat and Seasonings
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1 lb lean ground chicken or ground turkey (92-93% lean)
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1 tablespoon paprika
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper
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¼ teaspoon fennel seeds
→ Baking Mix and Dairy
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2 ½ cups Bisquick Heart Smart Baking Mix or original Bisquick baking mix
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⅜ cup skim milk (equivalent to 1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon)
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1 tablespoon dried parsley
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8 oz shredded 2% milk sharp cheddar cheese
# Steps to Follow:
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Preheat oven to 350°F and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, mix ground chicken with paprika, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, crushed red pepper, and fennel seeds using a fork or hands until evenly combined.
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Add Bisquick mix, skim milk, dried parsley, and shredded cheddar cheese to the seasoned meat mixture, stirring with a spoon or mixing electrically until homogenous.
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Divide mixture into 32 equal portions, approximately 2 tablespoons each, and roll into balls using hands lightly sprayed with cooking spray to reduce stickiness.
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Arrange sausage balls spaced apart on prepared baking sheet and bake in preheated oven for 20 to 24 minutes until fully cooked.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Using 92-93% lean ground chicken or turkey ensures moist and flavorful results, avoiding dryness of extra-lean meat.
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Balls can be prepared ahead and frozen before or after baking. For reheating, air fry at 325°F for 5 to 6 minutes.
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Ideal served alone or with dipping sauces such as ranch, honey mustard, or barbecue.