Buffalo Chicken Bites are lightly breaded, crispy, and tossed in a homemade buffalo sauce. Whip up these delicious chicken bites for your next gathering or make as an anytime snack/appetizer. Use the air fryer for a lightened-up version!
Spicy chicken bites are not only flavorful, but they’re really easy to make. These could be paired with steamed veggies for a full meal or served as a simple appetizer.
The fact that they’re so versatile is what makes them such a great option. Pair with ranch, blue cheese dressing, or even ketchup. And if you’re feeling really adventurous, you can pair it with even more hot sauce!
Whip up this simple buffalo chicken recipe for a party, game-day, family gathering, tailgate, or just as a simple weekend recipe that takes minutes to make.
How to Make Buffalo Chicken Bites
The process from start to finish to make these tasty chicken bites is easy to do! Gather up the simple ingredients listed on the recipe card below to get started. First gather all of your ingredients and prep the chicken bites. Be sure to cut the chicken into small bite size pieces.
Grab a medium bowl and add the chicken and marinade ingredients. Combine well.
In a different bowl, whisk together the prices and flour.
In a third bowl, whisk the buffalo sauce ingredients and set the bowl aside.
Coat each piece of chicken in flour and fry the chicken pieces for 3-5 minutes until they are cooked and crispy. Take the chicken out of the oil and place them on a paper towel to soak up any excess oil.
Put the cooked chicken bites into the buffalo sauce and toss. Serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing.
How do I know when the chicken is fully cooked?
The best way to tell that chicken is cooked and safe to eat is to test the internal temperature. Insert a meat thermometer into the middle of the chicken bite. The reading should be at least 165 degrees.
Can I make these chicken bites gluten-free?
If you want to make these spicy bites without flour, you can! Crush up pork rinds and use those in place of the flour. You can also use gluten-free flour or gluten-free panko crumbs as a delicious coating.
What condiments pair well with chicken?
Almost all condiments can be paired with chicken. Spicy sauces add the perfect kick, and salad dressings like ranch and blue cheese are a fun taste, as well.
Ketchup and mustard also add a great flavor and don’t overlook the taste that BBQ sauce can bring.
How do I reheat chicken bites?
The biggest thing to remember when reheating chicken bites is that it’s important to heat them all the way through.
Using the microwave is a simple way to reheat the chicken, but it won’t bring back that crispy outer crunch. To reheat and have crispy chicken bites, using the air fryer is the best bet.
The air fryer is also a fast way to reheat without compromising on any of the flavor.
How to store leftover spicy chicken bites
Leftovers mean that it gets to be enjoyed again! The best way to store these fried chicken bites is to let them cool down to room temperature and then store them in an airtight container with a lid.
Keep them in the fridge and eat them within two days for the best flavor. Reheat fully before eating.
Can I freeze cooked chicken?
You can. Once the chicken is fully cooked, let it cool and then store any leftovers in an airtight freezer bag. Mark the date on the bag so that you know when you cooked them, and then store them in the freezer.
For the best flavor, thaw, and reheat within three months.
More Chicken Recipes
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- Chicken Biryani
- Crispy Oven-Baked Chicken Thighs
- Marry Me Chicken
- Creamy Honey Mustard Chicken and Broccoli
Spicy Buffalo Chicken Bites
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breasts, cut into small bite-size pieces
For the marinade:
- ½ cup buttermilk, or 1 egg
- 1 tsp salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, of EACH one
For the coating:
- 1 cup flour
- ½ tsp salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, of EACH one
For buffalo sauce:
- ¼ cup hot sauce
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- 1 tbsp mayonnaise
Instructions
- To a medium bowl add the chicken and marinade ingredients. Combine well.
- In a different bowl, whisk together the flour and spices.
- In a third bowl, whisk the buffalo sauce ingredients and set the bowl aside.
- Coat each piece of chicken in flour and fry the chicken pieces for 3-5 minutes until they are cooked and crispy. Take the chicken out of the oil and place them on a paper towel to soak up any excess oil.
- Add the cooked chicken bites into the buffalo sauce and toss. Serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
