Buffalo Chicken Bites
Get ready to spice up your appetizer game with these irresistible Buffalo Chicken Bites! Featuring tender, bite-sized pieces of chicken coated in a crispy panko crust and drenched in flavorful buffalo sauce, this recipe delivers the perfect balance of heat and crunch. A combination of paprika, garlic powder, and buttermilk adds bold seasoning, while frying the chicken to golden perfection creates a delightfully crispy finish. Ideal for game day, parties, or a quick dinner fix, these easy-to-make bites are served with creamy blue cheese dressing for the ultimate dipping experience. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a crowd-pleasing result, these Buffalo Chicken Bites are the perfect solution for your cravings!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 0.25 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 cups vegetable oil
- 0.5 cup buffalo sauce
- 0.5 cup blue cheese dressing
Directions
Step 1
Cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch pieces.
Step 2
In a shallow dish, combine flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Step 3
In another bowl, whisk the eggs and buttermilk together.
Step 4
Place the panko breadcrumbs in a separate shallow dish.
Step 5
Dredge each chicken piece in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
Step 6
Dip the chicken into the egg mixture, allowing the excess to drip off.
Step 7
Roll the chicken in the breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
Step 8
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
Step 9
Fry the chicken bites in batches for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Step 10
Remove the chicken bites and drain them on paper towels.
Step 11
Toss the cooked chicken bites in buffalo sauce until well coated.
Step 12
Serve immediately with blue cheese dressing on the side for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1502.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 5325.5 |
| Total Fat 451.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 69.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 269.5g | |
| Cholesterol 754.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 6878.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 173.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 17.5g | |
| Protein 177.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 113.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 302.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 852.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories