Chicken Sausage Bisquick Balls (Printable version)

Bite-sized with chicken, sausage, cheddar, and Bisquick, baked until golden and flavorful.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Meats

01 - 1 pound cooked chicken breast, shredded
02 - 1/2 pound uncooked breakfast sausage, casing removed

→ Cheeses

03 - 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

→ Baking Mix

04 - 2 cups Bisquick or all-purpose baking mix

→ Dairy

05 - 1/2 cup whole milk

→ Seasonings

06 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
09 - 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, sausage, cheddar cheese, Bisquick, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and smoked paprika if using.
03 - Pour in the milk and mix thoroughly until all components are evenly integrated, using your hands if necessary.
04 - Portion the mixture using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop and roll into spheres approximately 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. Arrange them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing slightly apart.
05 - Bake for 22 to 25 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked through.
06 - Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving warm with your preferred dipping sauce.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They come together in one bowl with no fancy equipment, which means less cleanup and more time enjoying them.
  • The combination of shredded chicken and sausage gives you two textures in every bite without feeling heavy.
  • They reheat beautifully, so you can make a batch on Sunday and snack all week.
02 -
  • If the mixture feels too dry and won't hold together, add another tablespoon of milk, I learned this after my first batch crumbled on the sheet.
  • Don't overbake them or the chicken will dry out, pull them as soon as the bottoms turn golden and the tops look set.
03 -
  • Use a small cookie scoop to keep the balls uniform, they'll bake more evenly and look polished on the plate.
  • If you want extra crispy edges, brush the tops lightly with melted butter before baking, it's a small step that makes a big difference.
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