introduction
These boneless buffalo chicken bites are small pieces of chicken coated, cooked, and tossed in spicy buffalo sauce. They are crisp outside and tender inside. They work great for game day or a quick snack.
why make this recipe
You can make a lot fast. Guests love spicy, crunchy bites. They use simple ingredients you may already have. You can fry or bake them to match your preference.
how to make Boneless Buffalo Chicken Bites | Game Day Perfection!
Follow simple steps to cut, coat, cook, and sauce the chicken. You can fry for extra crisp or bake for a lighter option. Finish by tossing in warm buffalo sauce so every bite is saucy.
Ingredients :
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 cup buffalo sauce (store-bought or mix 3/4 cup hot sauce + 1/4 cup melted butter)
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil for frying (if frying)
- Optional: ranch or blue cheese dressing and celery sticks for serving
Directions :
- Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs with milk.
- Toss chicken in the flour mix lightly. Dip in the egg mix, then coat again in the flour mix. Shake off excess.
- Fry method: Heat oil in a deep skillet to medium-high (about 350°F / 175°C). Fry chicken in batches 3–5 minutes until golden and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
- Bake method: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Place coated chicken on a baking sheet lined with parchment. Spray lightly with oil. Bake 15–20 minutes, turning once, until golden and cooked to 165°F (74°C).
- Warm the buffalo sauce in a small pan or microwave. Toss the cooked chicken in the sauce until well coated.
- Serve hot with ranch or blue cheese and celery.
how to serve Boneless Buffalo Chicken Bites | Game Day Perfection!
Place bites on a platter with a bowl of ranch or blue cheese. Add celery sticks and carrot sticks. They pair well with fries, sliders, or a cold beer.
how to store Boneless Buffalo Chicken Bites | Game Day Perfection!
Cool the bites to room temperature. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 375°F (190°C) oven for 8–10 minutes or in an air fryer for 4–6 minutes to keep them crisp. Do not leave at room temperature more than 2 hours.
tips to make Boneless Buffalo Chicken Bites | Game Day Perfection!
- Dry the chicken well so the coating sticks.
- Do not overcrowd the pan when frying or baking. Cook in batches for even crisp.
- For extra crisp, let coated chicken rest 10 minutes before cooking.
- Use a thermometer to check chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
- If you like less heat, add more melted butter to the buffalo sauce.
variation (if any)
- Oven-baked: Use the bake method above for a lighter version.
- Spicy honey buffalo: Mix 1–2 tablespoons honey into the sauce.
- BBQ buffalo: Mix half buffalo sauce, half BBQ sauce for a smoky taste.
- Gluten-free: Use a gluten-free flour blend and cornstarch.
FAQs
Q: Can I use frozen chicken?
A: Thaw fully before cutting and coating. Do not cook from frozen.
Q: How do I make the sauce milder?
A: Add melted butter or honey to the sauce. Start small and taste.
Q: Can I make these ahead?
A: You can cook them ahead and reheat in the oven or air fryer. Toss in sauce just before serving for best crisp.
Q: Can I make these in an air fryer?
A: Yes. Preheat to 400°F (200°C) and cook for 8–10 minutes, shaking halfway, until golden and cooked through.
Q: What dipping sauces work best?
A: Ranch and blue cheese are classic. You can also use plain yogurt mixed with herbs.
Conclusion
For a tried method and extra tips, see this detailed baked version at Baked Boneless Buffalo Wings – Love to be in the Kitchen.