Buffalo Chicken Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
184 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Buffalo Chicken Recipe
Description
Buffalo Chicken Recipe centers on seasoned chicken breasts or thighs enhanced with a homemade buffalo sauce. The sauce blends melted butter with hot sauce, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco, paprika, garlic, and optional ghost pepper flakes for heat variation. The chicken is either grilled over medium-high heat or seared in a pan to develop a smoky, spicy crust before being basted with the sauce and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F. This approach balances the bold flavors of the sauce with tender, juicy chicken.
The buffalo sauce combines classic tangy and spicy elements, complemented by smoked paprika and cayenne in the chicken seasoning, giving depth and vibrant heat. Basting while cooking helps the sauce penetrate and glaze the chicken evenly. The result is a dish with a pronounced, zesty heat level adjustable by the addition of spicier chili flakes.
This chicken works well as a main dish paired with sides like vegetables or salads and can also be used for sandwiches or wraps. The method allows choice between grilling for a smoky flavor or stovetop searing for convenience.
The recipe notes recommend custom heat adjustments by adding stronger chili powders to the sauce. Using a meat thermometer ensures perfect doneness without drying the chicken.
Ingredients
FOR THE BUFFALO SAUCE
- 1 butter 1/2 cup or 8 tablespoons, stick
- ½ cup hot sauce Franks is very popular though I use Valentina HOT, louisiana style
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar or white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
- 1 teaspoon paprika I use Hungarian paprika – smoked is great too
- ½ teaspoon granulated garlic or more to taste
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- ghost pepper flakes optional, or cayenne flakes
FOR THE CHICKEN
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 chicken breast 8 ounces each, or use chicken thighs, medium, boneless, skinless
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper powder
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
FOR THE BUFFALO SAUCE
- Melt the butter in a small pot over low heat. Add the remaining ingredients and whisk them together until nice and smooth.
- Set aside until ready to use.
FOR THE CHICKEN
- Season the chicken generously with your seasoning blend. I'm using paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
For the Grill
- Heat your grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates. Grill the chicken 5 minutes per side to get a nice sear.
- Baste on a few spoonfuls of the Buffalo sauce and continue to grill until you reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees F when measured with a meat thermometer. I like to baste a few times while cooking.
For the Stove Top
- Heat the oil in a large pan to medium heat. Sear the seasoned chicken 5 minutes per side, then reduce heat to low. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of Buffalo sauce.
- Cover and cook another 5 minutes, or until you reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees F when measured with a meat thermometer.
Final Steps
- Remove from heat and let rest a couple minutes.
- Smother with the remaining Buffalo sauce and serve with blue cheese dip and blue cheese crumbles.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 184 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 184kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 25g | 50% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 72mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 970mg | 40% |
| Potassium | 559mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 1399IU | 28% |
| Vitamin C | 25mg | 28% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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