Buffalo Chicken Bites Recipe
Crispy baked chicken bites tossed in a buttery buffalo sauce. Perfect for game day snacking or an easy appetizer.
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Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 0.75 cup buttermilk for marinating
- 2 tbsp hot pepper sauce for marinating
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 0.75 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 0.75 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil to moisten breadcrumbs
- 0.33 cup hot pepper sauce for tossing sauce
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted for tossing sauce
- 1 tsp honey for balance (optional)
- 0.5 cup blue cheese dressing for serving (optional)
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a sheet pan with foil and set a greased rack on top.
- Whisk buttermilk with 2 tbsp hot sauce in a bowl. Add chicken and chill 15 minutes.
- Toss panko with 1 tbsp olive oil in a shallow dish. Mix flour, cornstarch, salt, pepper, garlic, onion, and paprika in another.
- Drain chicken well. Dredge pieces in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
- Press each piece into the oiled panko until fully coated.
- Arrange on the rack, leaving space. Drizzle remaining 1 tbsp oil over the tops.
- Bake 16–18 minutes, turning once, until crunchy and 165°F inside.
- Melt butter. Whisk with 1/3 cup hot sauce and honey. Toss hot chicken with sauce and serve with dressing.
Notes
Air fryer option: Cook at 400°F for 10–12 minutes, shaking halfway. For milder bites, add another tablespoon of butter to the sauce. Serve with celery and carrot sticks. Store leftovers up to 3 days; reheat at 400°F for 8 minutes to re-crisp.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Buffalo Chicken Bites Recipe flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.