Preparation

• Position 2 racks near the center of the oven and preheat the oven to 475ºF. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper, set aside.
• In a saucepan, combine the ingredients of the firecracker sauce over medium high heat, allow to come to a boil, reduce the heat so it simmers. Let simmer for 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat and allow the sauce to cool. The sauce will thicken as it cools.
• In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, garlic, salt pepper, eggs, panko, paprika, and onion powder. Use your hands to mix all the ingredients together, being careful not to overmix.
• Shape the meat mixture into balls, about 3 tablespoons per ball and place on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 11-13 minutes or until completely cooked.
• Using 2 tablespoons, dip each meatball into the sauce, or alternatively, brush the sauce on each meatball. Place back on the baking sheet and bake for an additional 1-2 minutes. Drizzle or brush with additional sauce as desired.